Below Average
#8482 of 9,539 schools in CA
Yorbita Elementary
Elementary School · Rowland Unified
502 South Vidalia St., La Puente, CA 91744
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,482 of 9,539
In La Puente
#23 of 25
public schools
In district
#19 of 20
Rowland Unified
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Yorbita Elementary
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About Yorbita Elementary
Yorbita Elementary is a public elementary school in La Puente, CA, part of Rowland Unified. Yorbita Elementary serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Yorbita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,482 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yorbita Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Yorbita Elementary runs 23.2:1 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.
42% of students at Yorbita 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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Yorbita Elementary — Students at Yorbita Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 3.9/10.
How Yorbita Elementary Compares
See how Yorbita 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
502 South Vidalia St., La Puente, CA 91744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yorbita Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hurley Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Telesis Academy of Science & Math (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby West Covina), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Villacorta Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Puente, see our La Puente schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Giano Intermediate West Covina | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Yu Family Private School La Puente | 0.4 mi | — |
| Santana High (Continuation) Rowland Heights | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Rowland Virtual Learning Academy La Puente | 0.5 mi | — |
| Northam Elementary La Puente | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Villacorta Elementary La Puente | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Rorimer Elementary La Puente | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Nogales High La Puente | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Jellick Elementary Rowland Heights | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| DEWAY SCHOOL City Of Industry | 1.3 mi | — |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS #1065 West Covina | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| DEWAY SCHOOL City Of Industry | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST MARTHA SCHOOL La Puente | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Martha Elementary School Valinda | 1.3 mi | — |
| WALNUT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY West Covina | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Hurley Elementary La Puente | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Telesis Academy of Science & Math West Covina | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| BRIGHT STAR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Walnut | 1.5 mi | — |
| Grandview College Preparatory Academy Valinda | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Rowland Heights | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,624
Median Home Value
$585,900
Median Rent
$1,873/mo
Population
78,253
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
36.3
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|---|---|
| Anderson (Alex) Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.1 |
| Aspire Summit Charter Academy Oakland, CA | 4.1 |
| Berylwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.1 |
| Casa de Oro Elementary La Mesa, CA | 4.1 |
| Charles Wright Elementary Merced, CA | 4.1 |
| Christine Sipherd Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yorbita Elementary
What grades does Yorbita Elementary serve?
Yorbita Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Yorbita Elementary?
Yorbita Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yorbita Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Yorbita Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yorbita Elementary rank in CA?
Yorbita Elementary ranks #8,482 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yorbita Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Yorbita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Yorbita Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yorbita Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yorbita Elementary a charter school?
No, Yorbita Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yorbita Elementary a Title I school?
No, Yorbita Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yorbita Elementary?
91.1% of students at Yorbita 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (626) 964-3486
Resources & Links
District
Rowland Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,623
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,839
- District Rank
- #19 of 20
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