Very Good
#3337 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary
Elementary School · Rialto Unified
1050 South Lilac Ave., Rialto, CA 92376
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,337 of 9,539
In Rialto
#5 of 26
public schools
In district
#5 of 29
Rialto Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Samuel W. Simpson Elementary
Elementary School in Rialto · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Samuel W. Simpson Elementary
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary is a public elementary school in Rialto, CA, part of Rialto Unified. Samuel W.
Simpson Elementary serves approximately 635 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Samuel W. Simpson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,337 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Samuel W. Simpson Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary runs 23.5:1 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.
39% of students at Samuel W. Simpson 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
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Samuel W. Simpson Elementary — Students at Samuel W. Simpson Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.8%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Samuel W. Simpson Elementary Compares
See how Samuel W. Simpson 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
1050 South Lilac Ave., Rialto, CA 92376
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Samuel W. Simpson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruth Grimes Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sam V. Curtis Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CALVARY CHAPEL RIALTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rialto, see our Rialto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John H. Milor High Continuation Rialto | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Zupanic Virtual Academy Rialto | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Sam V. Curtis Elementary Rialto | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Joe Baca Bloomington | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Ruth Grimes Elementary Bloomington | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| J. Calvin Boyd Elementary Rialto | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL RIALTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rialto | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Calvary Chapel Rialto Christian School Rialto | 1.2 mi | — |
| Gerald A. Smith Elementary Bloomington | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Charlotte N. Werner Elementary Rialto | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Georgia F. Morris Elementary Colton | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Slover Mountain High (Continuation) Bloomington | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Rialto Middle Rialto | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| William G. Jehue Middle Colton | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Maple Elementary Fontana | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Rialto High Rialto | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Rialto | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Mary B. Lewis Elementary Bloomington | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Altus Academy Rialto | 1.9 mi | — |
| Merle S. Casey Elementary Rialto | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,914
Median Home Value
$433,100
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
84,161
College Educated
10.4%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
31.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Samuel W. Simpson Elementary
What grades does Samuel W. Simpson Elementary serve?
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Samuel W. Simpson Elementary?
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 635 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Samuel W. Simpson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Samuel W. Simpson Elementary is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Samuel W. Simpson Elementary rank in CA?
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary ranks #3,337 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Samuel W. Simpson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Samuel W. Simpson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Samuel W. Simpson Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Samuel W. Simpson Elementary a charter school?
No, Samuel W. Simpson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Samuel W. Simpson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Samuel W. Simpson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Samuel W. Simpson Elementary?
86.8% of students at Samuel W. Simpson 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 635
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (909) 820-7954
Resources & Links
District
Rialto Unified- District Enrollment
- 23,461
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,135
- District Rank
- #5 of 29
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