Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rosecrans 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rosecrans Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
Campus Size
7
School Motto
Home Of The Lions!
School Rankings
Rosecrans Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rosecrans Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#5957 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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 Rosecrans Elementary School's ranking?
Rosecrans Elementary School is ranked #5957 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rosecrans Elementary School often compared to?
Rosecrans Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rosecrans Elementary School?
469 students attend Rosecrans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Rosecrans Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosecrans Elementary School?
Rosecrans Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rosecrans Elementary School offer ?
Rosecrans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Rosecrans Elementary School part of?
Rosecrans Elementary School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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