Below Average
#8221 of 9,539 schools in CA
Towngate Elementary
Elementary School · Moreno Valley Unified
22480 Dracaea Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,221 of 9,539
In Moreno Valley
#40 of 47
public schools
In district
#32 of 38
Moreno Valley Unified
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About Towngate Elementary
Towngate Elementary is a public elementary school in Moreno Valley, CA, part of Moreno Valley Unified. Towngate Elementary serves approximately 662 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Towngate Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,221 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Towngate Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Towngate Elementary runs 23.6:1 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.
37% of students at Towngate 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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Towngate Elementary — Students at Towngate Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Towngate Elementary Compares
See how Towngate 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
22480 Dracaea Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Towngate Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seneca Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunnymeadows Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sunnymead Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moreno Valley, see our Moreno Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edgemont Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Alessandro Moreno Valley | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Sunnymeadows Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Moreno Valley High Moreno Valley | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| IMMANUEL HOUSE INSTITUTE OF HIGHER LEARNING Moreno Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL HOUSE INSTITUTE OF HIGHER LEARNING Moreno Valley | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Box Springs Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM Moreno Valley | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Creekside Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Honey Hollow Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Sunnymead Middle Moreno Valley | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Sunnymead Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Seneca Elementary Moreno Valley | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Valley Adventist Christian Moreno Valley | 2.1 mi | — |
| VALLEY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moreno Valley | 2.1 mi | — |
| Serrano Elementary Moreno Valley | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| March Mountain High Moreno Valley | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| March Valley Moreno Valley | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Canyon Springs High Moreno Valley | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Vista Heights Middle Moreno Valley | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,344
Median Home Value
$413,000
Median Rent
$1,892/mo
Population
73,189
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
31
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Towngate Elementary
What grades does Towngate Elementary serve?
Towngate Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Towngate Elementary?
Towngate Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 662 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Towngate Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Towngate Elementary is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Towngate Elementary rank in CA?
Towngate Elementary ranks #8,221 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Towngate Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Towngate Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Towngate Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Towngate Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Towngate Elementary a charter school?
No, Towngate Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Towngate Elementary a Title I school?
No, Towngate Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Towngate Elementary?
88.7% of students at Towngate 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
- 662
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (951) 571-4700
Resources & Links
District
Moreno Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 31,344
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,501
- District Rank
- #32 of 38
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