Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Durfee 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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.
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: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Durfee Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Durfee 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 Durfee Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#5202 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Durfee Elementary School's ranking?
Durfee Elementary School is ranked #5202 out of 9,523 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Durfee Elementary School?
342 students attend Durfee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Durfee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durfee Elementary School?
Durfee Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Durfee Elementary School offer ?
Durfee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Durfee Elementary School part of?
Durfee Elementary School is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Durfee Elementary School located?
Durfee Elementary School 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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