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#4035 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Upland Elementary
Elementary School · Upland Unified
601 North Fifth Ave., Upland, CA 91786
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,035 of 9,539
In Upland
#5 of 14
public schools
In district
#5 of 14
Upland Unified
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Upland Elementary
Upland Elementary is a public elementary school in Upland, CA, part of Upland Unified. Upland Elementary serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Upland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,035 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Upland Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Upland Elementary runs 24.4:1 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.
34% of students at Upland 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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Upland Elementary — Students at Upland Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Upland Elementary Compares
See how Upland 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
601 North Fifth Ave., Upland, CA 91786
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Upland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edison Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vineyard Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Berlyn Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Ontario), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Upland, see our Upland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Upland Junior High Upland | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Upland | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| WESTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Upland | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Foothill Knolls Academy of Innovation Upland | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Upland High Upland | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Upland | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| STONE RIDGE ACADEMY Upland | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Edison Elementary Ontario | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Berlyn Elementary Ontario | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Baldy View Elementary Upland | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Magnolia Elementary Upland | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Citrus Elementary Upland | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Chaffey High Ontario | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Carden Arbor View School Upland | 1.5 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF UPLAND Upland | 1.4 mi | — |
| Sycamore Elementary Upland | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Los Amigos Elementary Rancho Cucamonga | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Ontario | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Vina Danks Middle Ontario | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Vineyard Elementary Ontario | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,961
Median Home Value
$607,100
Median Rent
$1,923/mo
Population
55,519
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL DAY SCHOOL Northridge, CA | 6.7 |
| Ambler Avenue Elementary Carson, CA | 6.7 |
| American Union Elementary Fresno, CA | 6.7 |
| Arroyo Elementary Tustin, CA | 6.7 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 6.7 |
| Baldwin (Julia) Elementary San Jose, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Upland Elementary
What grades does Upland Elementary serve?
Upland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Upland Elementary?
Upland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Upland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Upland Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Upland Elementary rank in CA?
Upland Elementary ranks #4,035 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Upland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Upland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Upland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Upland Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Upland Elementary a charter school?
No, Upland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Upland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Upland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Upland Elementary?
86.3% of students at Upland 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
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.0%
- Phone
- (909) 949-7800
Resources & Links
District
Upland Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,804
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,897
- District Rank
- #5 of 14
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