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#4240 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
Roche Elementary
Elementary School · Porterville Unified
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,240 of 9,539
In Porterville
#14 of 33
public schools
In district
#10 of 21
Porterville Unified
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Roche Elementary
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About Roche Elementary
Roche Elementary is a public elementary school in Porterville, CA, part of Porterville Unified. Roche Elementary serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Roche Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,240 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Roche Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Roche Elementary runs 22.5:1 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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Roche Elementary — Students at Roche Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Roche Elementary Compares
See how Roche Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roche Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Santa Fe Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Olive Street Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John J. Doyle Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Porterville, see our Porterville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belleview Elementary Porterville | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Citrus High Porterville | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Porterville | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Santa Fe Elementary Porterville | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Bartlett Middle Porterville | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Los Robles Elementary Porterville | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Olive Street Elementary Porterville | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Porterville High Porterville | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| John J. Doyle Elementary Porterville | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Vandalia Elementary Porterville | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Pioneer Middle Porterville | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Sequoia Christian Academey Porterville Porterville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Monte Vista Elementary Porterville | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Vine Street Community Day Porterville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Granite Hills High Porterville | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Butterfield Charter Porterville | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Porterville Military Academy Porterville | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| West Putnam Elementary Porterville | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Westfield Elementary Porterville | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Sequoia Middle Porterville | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,261
Median Home Value
$276,400
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
79,340
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
30.9
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| Adams Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.6 |
| Aldama Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
| Angeles Mesa Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roche Elementary
What grades does Roche Elementary serve?
Roche Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Roche Elementary?
Roche Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roche Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Roche Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roche Elementary rank in CA?
Roche Elementary ranks #4,240 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Roche Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Roche Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Roche Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roche Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Roche Elementary a charter school?
No, Roche Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Roche Elementary a Title I school?
No, Roche Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roche Elementary?
81.3% of students at Roche 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.9%
- Phone
- (559) 782-7250
Resources & Links
District
Porterville Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,963
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,988
- District Rank
- #10 of 21
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