Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arlington Heights 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arlington Heights Elementary School's student population of 329 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#7542 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
39%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is ranked #7542 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arlington Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Arlington Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge Heights Elementary School, Thomas Kelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arlington Heights Elementary School?
329 students attend Arlington Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Arlington Heights Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Heights Elementary School?
Arlington Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arlington Heights Elementary School offer ?
Arlington Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arlington Heights Elementary School part of?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Heights Elementary School located?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is located in the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Citrus Heights, CA.
School Reviews
Review Arlington Heights Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.
