Serving 586 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Crestmore 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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-6
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Crestmore Elementary School's student population of 586 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Motto
Keeping Students First ... Achievement, Equity, Wellness
School Rankings
Crestmore 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 Crestmore Elementary School 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
#5077 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
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
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestmore Elementary School's ranking?
Crestmore Elementary School is ranked #5077 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Crestmore Elementary School?
586 students attend Crestmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Crestmore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestmore Elementary School?
Crestmore Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Crestmore Elementary School offer ?
Crestmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Crestmore Elementary School part of?
Crestmore Elementary School is part of Colton Joint Unified School District.
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