Serving 727 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Railway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Railway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Railway Elementary School's student population of 727 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Railway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Railway Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7182 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Railway Elementary School's ranking?
Railway Elementary School is ranked #7182 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Railway Elementary School?
727 students attend Railway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Railway Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Railway Elementary School?
Railway Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Railway Elementary School offer ?
Railway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Railway Elementary School part of?
Railway Elementary School is part of Perris Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Railway Elementary School located?
Railway Elementary School is located in the Pinacate neighborhood of Perris, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pinacate.
School Reviews
1 3/30/2020
Steve, 9 years later there is still a lot of bullying and the principals, counselors, and teachers don't care. My daughter came home with an anti- bullying ambassador award today. This piece of paper means nothing to my daughter, she says she wants something done about the bullying going on at this school. BOI must be a teacher or have some kind of affiliation to this school.
5 1/17/2018
That school is great and amazing STEVE
2 10/5/2010
A LOT OF TEACHERS ARE VERY ABUSIVE TO CHILDREN. SOME HAVE PREJUDICE TENDENCIES. THERE ARE JUST A FEW GOOD TEACHERS. THE NEW PRINCIPAL DOES NOT CARE.
THERE ARE A LOT OF BULLIES IN THIS SCHOOL.
THESE BAD TEACHERS EXPECT PARENTS TO TEACH THE CHILDREN.
THE FACILITIES ARE NICE.
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