Serving 739 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Charlotte N. Werner 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School's student population of 739 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
739 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
Unity of purpose is our shared and focused goal with all RUSD stakeholders.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Charlotte N. Werner 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 Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#8905 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School's ranking?
Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School is ranked #8905 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School?
739 students attend Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School?
Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School offer ?
Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School part of?
Charlotte N. Werner Elementary School is part of Rialto Unified School District.
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