Serving 1,120 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Durfee Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 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-8
- Enrollment: 1,120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durfee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Durfee Elementary School's student population of 1,120 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Durfee Elementary School ranks within the top 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 0.34, 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
#2983 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
79%
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
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durfee Elementary School's ranking?
Durfee Elementary School is ranked #2983 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Durfee Elementary School often compared to?
Durfee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Hondo Elementary School, Twin Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Durfee Elementary School?
1,120 students attend Durfee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Durfee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durfee Elementary School?
Durfee Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, 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-8
What school district is Durfee Elementary School part of?
Durfee Elementary School is part of El Monte City School District.
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