Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Ranchito Dual Language Academy 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Ranchito Dual Language Academy's student population of 351 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
South Ranchito Dual Language Academy 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 South Ranchito Dual Language Academy is 0.04, 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
#7227 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 South Ranchito Dual Language Academy's ranking?
South Ranchito Dual Language Academy is ranked #7227 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are South Ranchito Dual Language Academy often compared to?
South Ranchito Dual Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend South Ranchito Dual Language Academy?
351 students attend South Ranchito Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of South Ranchito Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Ranchito Dual Language Academy?
South Ranchito Dual Language Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Ranchito Dual Language Academy offer ?
South Ranchito Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is South Ranchito Dual Language Academy part of?
South Ranchito Dual Language Academy is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is South Ranchito Dual Language Academy located?
South Ranchito Dual Language Academy is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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