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#4504 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
T. L. Waggoner Elementary
Elementary School · Imperial Unified
627 Joshua Tree St., Imperial, CA 92251
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,504 of 9,539
In Imperial
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Imperial Unified
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T. L. Waggoner Elementary
Elementary School in Imperial · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About T. L. Waggoner Elementary
T. L. Waggoner Elementary is a public elementary school in Imperial, CA, part of Imperial Unified.
T. L. Waggoner Elementary serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio.
T. L. Waggoner Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,504 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for T. L. Waggoner Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
T. L. Waggoner Elementary runs 22:1 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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T. L. Waggoner Elementary — Students at T. L. Waggoner Elementary score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How T. L. Waggoner Elementary Compares
See how T. L. Waggoner 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
627 Joshua Tree St., Imperial, CA 92251
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering T. L. Waggoner Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Imperial Cross Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McKinley Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby El Centro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Imperial, see our Imperial schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Imperial | 0.4 mi | — |
| Valley Christian Heritage School Imperial | 0.5 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary El Centro | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Ben Hulse Elementary Imperial | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Sunflower Elementary El Centro | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Imperial Valley Home School Academy El Centro | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Imperial High Imperial | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Imperial | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Calvary Chapel Christian School El Centro El Centro | 2.1 mi | — |
| McKinley Elementary El Centro | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Imperial Ave. Holbrook High Imperial | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary El Centro | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Kennedy Middle El Centro | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Margaret Hedrick Elementary El Centro | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| ST MARY S SCHOOL El Centro | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| St. Marys School El Centro | 2.5 mi | — |
| Imperial Cross Elementary Imperial | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Frank M. Wright Middle Imperial | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Vanguard Academy of Imperial Valley Imperial | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92251 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,709
Median Home Value
$350,100
Median Rent
$1,378/mo
Population
27,197
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about T. L. Waggoner Elementary
What grades does T. L. Waggoner Elementary serve?
T. L. Waggoner Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend T. L. Waggoner Elementary?
T. L. Waggoner Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at T. L. Waggoner Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at T. L. Waggoner Elementary is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does T. L. Waggoner Elementary rank in CA?
T. L. Waggoner Elementary ranks #4,504 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is T. L. Waggoner Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
T. L. Waggoner 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 T. L. Waggoner Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, T. L. Waggoner Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is T. L. Waggoner Elementary a charter school?
No, T. L. Waggoner Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is T. L. Waggoner Elementary a Title I school?
No, T. L. Waggoner Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T. L. Waggoner Elementary?
41.9% of students at T. L. Waggoner 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
- 594
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Imperial County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (760) 355-3266
Resources & Links
District
Imperial Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,672
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,658
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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