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Piute Mountain Elementary
Elementary School · Caliente Union Elementary
12400 Caliente Creek Rd., Caliente, CA 93518
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,553 of 9,539
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Piute Mountain Elementary
Elementary School in Caliente · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Piute Mountain Elementary
Piute Mountain Elementary is a public elementary school in Caliente, CA, part of Caliente Union Elementary. Piute Mountain Elementary serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 26:1 student-teacher ratio. Piute Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,553 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Piute Mountain Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Piute Mountain Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Piute Mountain Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Piute Mountain Elementary runs 26:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Piute Mountain Elementary — Students at Piute Mountain Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Piute Mountain Elementary Compares
See how Piute Mountain Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12400 Caliente Creek Rd., Caliente, CA 93518
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Piute Mountain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Fork Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Weldon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cummings Valley Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby Tehachapi), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Di Giorgio Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Arvin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Caliente, see our Caliente schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tehachapi Independent Learning Academy Tehachapi | 15.3 mi | 3.6 |
| EPIC de Cesar Chavez Tehachapi | 15.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Jacobsen Middle Tehachapi | 15.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Tehachapi High Tehachapi | 15.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Monroe High (Continuation) Tehachapi | 15.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Tompkins Elementary Tehachapi | 16.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Golden Hills Elementary Tehachapi | 16.2 mi | 2.7 |
| HERITAGE OAK SCHOOL Tehachapi | 17.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Kern Valley High Lake Isabella | 18.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Woodrow W. Wallace Elementary Lake Isabella | 18.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Woodrow Wallace Middle Lake Isabella | 18.9 mi | 5.3 |
| St John Bosco Tehachapi | 17.2 mi | — |
| Cummings Valley Elementary Tehachapi | 18.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Mountain Top Ranch Tehachapi | 18.2 mi | — |
| South Fork Elementary Weldon | 21.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Covenant Christian School Tehachapi | 20.8 mi | — |
| Mojave Elementary Mojave | 23.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Mojave Jr./Sr. High Mojave | 23.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Kernville Elementary Lake Isabella | 28.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Di Giorgio Elementary Arvin | 24.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,095
Median Home Value
$268,400
Median Rent
$1,384/mo
Population
1,115
College Educated
36.5%
Homeownership
86.9%
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
51.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Piute Mountain Elementary
What grades does Piute Mountain Elementary serve?
Piute Mountain Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Piute Mountain Elementary?
Piute Mountain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Piute Mountain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Piute Mountain Elementary is 26:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Piute Mountain Elementary rank in CA?
Piute Mountain Elementary ranks #6,553 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Piute Mountain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Piute Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Piute Mountain Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Piute Mountain Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Piute Mountain Elementary a charter school?
No, Piute Mountain Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Piute Mountain Elementary a Title I school?
No, Piute Mountain Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piute Mountain Elementary?
78.8% of students at Piute Mountain Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 94.2%
- Phone
- (661) 867-2301
Resources & Links
District
Caliente Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 52
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,797
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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