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Ramona Elementary

Elementary School · Moreno Valley Unified

24801 Bay Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553

Enrollment

553

Student-Teacher

24:1

Score

3.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#9,303 of 9,539

In Moreno Valley

#46 of 47

public schools

In district

#37 of 38

Moreno Valley Unified

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Ramona Elementary

3.0/10

Elementary School in Moreno Valley · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ramona Elementary

Ramona Elementary is a public elementary school in Moreno Valley, CA, part of Moreno Valley Unified. Ramona Elementary serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Ramona Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,303 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Ramona Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Ramona Elementary runs 24:1 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.

44% of students at Ramona Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-34.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,501
Chronic Absenteeism43.8%

Ramona Elementary — Students at Ramona Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 29.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 31.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
16.8%
ELA
30.6%
2024
Math
10.4%
ELA
20.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.

How Ramona Elementary Compares

See how Ramona Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.0/10
3th percentile in CA
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

24801 Bay Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ramona Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Butterfield Language Academy (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Armada Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Journey (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moreno Valley, see our Moreno Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Leadership Military Academy Moreno Valley 0.3 mi 8.1
March Mountain High Moreno Valley 0.5 mi 6.6
March Valley Moreno Valley 0.5 mi 5.9
Bayside Community Day Moreno Valley 0.8 mi 6.6
Moreno Valley Online Academy Moreno Valley 0.8 mi 5.6
Journey Ontario 0.8 mi 6.4
Chaparral Hills Elementary Moreno Valley 0.9 mi 3.8
Badger Springs Middle Moreno Valley 1.0 mi 5.3
Butterfield Language Academy Moreno Valley 0.9 mi 8.1
Hendrick Ranch Elementary Moreno Valley 0.9 mi 3.8
Sunnymead Elementary Moreno Valley 0.9 mi 5.4
Creekside Elementary Moreno Valley 0.9 mi 4.8
Valley Adventist Christian Moreno Valley 1.2 mi
VALLEY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moreno Valley 1.2 mi
Serrano Elementary Moreno Valley 1.1 mi 4.5
Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM Moreno Valley 1.0 mi 5.2
Sunnymead Middle Moreno Valley 1.2 mi 4.7
Armada Elementary Moreno Valley 1.3 mi 7.2
Moreno Valley High Moreno Valley 1.5 mi 6.7
Bear Valley Elementary Moreno Valley 1.6 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,344

Median Home Value

$413,000

Median Rent

$1,892/mo

Population

73,189

College Educated

13.1%

Homeownership

50.3%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

31

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ramona Elementary

What grades does Ramona Elementary serve?

Ramona Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Ramona Elementary?

Ramona Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ramona Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ramona Elementary is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ramona Elementary rank in CA?

Ramona Elementary ranks #9,303 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Ramona Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ramona Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Ramona Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ramona Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ramona Elementary a charter school?

No, Ramona Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ramona Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ramona Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ramona Elementary?

91.5% of students at Ramona 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Riverside County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.8%

District

Moreno Valley Unified
District Enrollment
31,344
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,501
District Rank
#37 of 38

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