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#4674 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Ulysses Grant Elementary
Elementary School · Colton Joint Unified
550 West Olive St., Colton, CA 92324
Enrollment
587
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
587
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,674 of 9,539
In Colton
#3 of 14
public schools
In district
#8 of 27
Colton Joint Unified
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Ulysses Grant Elementary
Ulysses Grant Elementary is a public elementary school in Colton, CA, part of Colton Joint Unified. Ulysses Grant Elementary serves approximately 587 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ulysses Grant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,674 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ulysses Grant Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ulysses Grant Elementary runs 25.5:1 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.
37% of students at Ulysses Grant 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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Ulysses Grant Elementary — Students at Ulysses Grant Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.9%
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: 7.5/10.
How Ulysses Grant Elementary Compares
See how Ulysses Grant 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
550 West Olive St., Colton, CA 92324
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ulysses Grant Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ramona-Alessandro Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby San Bernardino), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodrow Wilson Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Paul Rogers Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Colton, see our Colton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colton Middle Colton | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Colton High Colton | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| William McKinley Elementary Colton | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Paul Rogers Elementary Colton | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Colton | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Alice Birney Elementary Colton | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary Colton | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary Colton | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Washington High Colton | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Middle College High San Bernardino | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| J.P. Kelley Elementary Rialto | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Urbita Elementary San Bernardino | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| William G. Jehue Middle Colton | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Rialto High Rialto | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Richardson PREP HI Middle San Bernardino | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Mojave River Academy - National Trails Oro Grande | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Georgia F. Morris Elementary Colton | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Lytle Creek Elementary San Bernardino | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Sierra School of East Valley Colton | 2.0 mi | — |
| Ramona-Alessandro Elementary San Bernardino | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,419
Median Home Value
$413,100
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
57,049
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
34.4
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| ANNELIESE'S SCHOOLS Laguna Beach, CA | 6.4 |
| Bellevue Elementary Atwater, CA | 6.4 |
| Bellevue Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 6.4 |
| Berlyn Elementary Ontario, CA | 6.4 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pacific Palisades, CA | 6.4 |
| Captain Leland Norton Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ulysses Grant Elementary
What grades does Ulysses Grant Elementary serve?
Ulysses Grant Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ulysses Grant Elementary?
Ulysses Grant Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 587 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ulysses Grant Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ulysses Grant Elementary is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ulysses Grant Elementary rank in CA?
Ulysses Grant Elementary ranks #4,674 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ulysses Grant Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ulysses Grant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Ulysses Grant Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ulysses Grant Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ulysses Grant Elementary a charter school?
No, Ulysses Grant Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ulysses Grant Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ulysses Grant Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ulysses Grant Elementary?
88.9% of students at Ulysses Grant 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
- 587
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.0%
- Phone
- (909) 580-5024
Resources & Links
District
Colton Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,912
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,938
- District Rank
- #8 of 27
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