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#3691 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 39% in state

Sanchez (george I.) Elementary

Elementary School · Garvey Elementary

8470 East Fern Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

25.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,691 of 9,539

In Rosemead

#13 of 14

public schools

In district

#11 of 11

Garvey Elementary

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Sanchez (george I.) Elementary

6.9/10

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

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8.7/10

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About Sanchez (george I.) Elementary

Sanchez (george I.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Rosemead, CA, part of Garvey Elementary. Sanchez (george I.) Elementary serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanchez (george I.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,691 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Sanchez (george I.) Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 8.1
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Sanchez (george I.) Elementary runs 25.1:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.2 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,535
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Sanchez (george I.) Elementary — Students at Sanchez (george I.) Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 52.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
43.1%
ELA
51.7%
2024
Math
47.4%
ELA
42.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Sanchez (george I.) Elementary Compares

See how Sanchez (george I.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in CA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Location

8470 East Fern Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sanchez (george I.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Duff Language Magnet Academy (rated 9.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monterey Vista Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Monterey Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Potrero Heights Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby South San Gabriel), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rosemead, see our Rosemead schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Temple (Roger W.) Intermediate Rosemead 0.1 mi 8.7
Rice (Eldridge) Elementary Rosemead 0.4 mi 7.8
Willard (Frances E.) Elementary Rosemead 0.5 mi 7.4
SUNSHINE EDUCATIONAL CENTER Rosemead 0.5 mi
Mildred B. Janson Elementary Rosemead 1.1 mi 8.9
Don Bosco Technical Institute Rosemead 1.1 mi
Duff Language Magnet Academy Rosemead 1.0 mi 9.8
Potrero Heights Elementary South San Gabriel 1.1 mi 9.0
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL San Gabriel 1.2 mi 5.0
DON BOSCO TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Rosemead 1.3 mi 6.3
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate Rosemead 1.1 mi 9.2
TELSTAR MONTESSORI CHILD CARE CENTER El Monte 1.2 mi
Dewey Avenue Elementary San Gabriel 1.4 mi 7.0
Bitely (Arlene) Elementary Rosemead 1.2 mi 8.2
Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary Rosemead 1.3 mi 7.7
Gabrielino High San Gabriel 1.7 mi 8.3
Emma W. Shuey Elementary Rosemead 1.8 mi 8.5
ESTHER'S NEST CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Monterey Park 1.5 mi
Muscatel Middle Rosemead 1.7 mi 9.2
Monterey Vista Elementary Monterey Park 1.5 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91770 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,757

Median Home Value

$712,700

Median Rent

$1,740/mo

Population

58,893

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

51.1%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sanchez (george I.) Elementary

What grades does Sanchez (george I.) Elementary serve?

Sanchez (george I.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Sanchez (george I.) Elementary?

Sanchez (george I.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanchez (george I.) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sanchez (george I.) Elementary is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sanchez (george I.) Elementary rank in CA?

Sanchez (george I.) Elementary ranks #3,691 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Sanchez (george I.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sanchez (george I.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Sanchez (george I.) Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanchez (george I.) Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sanchez (george I.) Elementary a charter school?

No, Sanchez (george I.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sanchez (george I.) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sanchez (george I.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanchez (george I.) Elementary?

76.4% of students at Sanchez (george I.) 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

Garvey Elementary
District Enrollment
4,266
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,535
District Rank
#11 of 11

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