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#4479 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Rio Vista Elementary
Elementary School · El Monte City
4300 North Esto, EL Monte, CA 91731
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,479 of 9,539
In EL Monte
#15 of 25
public schools
In district
#14 of 14
El Monte City
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Rio Vista Elementary
Rio Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Monte, CA, part of El Monte City. Rio Vista Elementary serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Rio Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,479 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rio Vista Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Rio Vista Elementary — Students at Rio Vista Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 3.7/10.
How Rio Vista Elementary Compares
See how Rio Vista Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4300 North Esto, EL Monte, CA 91731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rio Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legore Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gidley Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cortada Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Monte, see our EL Monte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nativity El Monte | 0.5 mi | — |
| Gidley Elementary El Monte | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Calvary Chapel El Monte Homeschool Academy El Monte | 0.6 mi | — |
| LOVE & CARE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Temple City | 0.6 mi | — |
| Shirpser Elementary El Monte | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Legore Elementary El Monte | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Columbia Elementary El Monte | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Monte | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Cleminson Elementary Temple City | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Wright Elementary El Monte | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| El Monte Union High School Community Day El Monte | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| SHIELD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Monte | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Shield of Faith Christian School-EHE El Monte | 1.2 mi | — |
| New Lexington Elementary El Monte | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Arroyo High El Monte | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| El Monte High El Monte | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Wilkerson Elementary El Monte | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Cortada Elementary El Monte | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Savannah Elementary Rosemead | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| RIO HONDO PREPARATORY Arcadia | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,887
Median Home Value
$614,000
Median Rent
$1,583/mo
Population
28,122
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
35.7%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rio Vista Elementary
What grades does Rio Vista Elementary serve?
Rio Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Rio Vista Elementary?
Rio Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rio Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rio Vista Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rio Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Rio Vista Elementary ranks #4,479 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rio Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rio Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Rio Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rio Vista Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rio Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Rio Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rio Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rio Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rio Vista Elementary?
80.3% of students at Rio Vista 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 314
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.6%
- Phone
- (626) 575-2310
Resources & Links
District
El Monte City- District Enrollment
- 7,045
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,006
- District Rank
- #14 of 14
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