Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hermosa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermosa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hermosa Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Hermosa Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermosa Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1573 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermosa Elementary School's ranking?
Hermosa Elementary School is ranked #1573 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hermosa Elementary School often compared to?
Hermosa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dona Merced Elementary School, Floyd M. Stork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hermosa Elementary School?
442 students attend Hermosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hermosa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermosa Elementary School?
Hermosa Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hermosa Elementary School offer ?
Hermosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hermosa Elementary School part of?
Hermosa Elementary School is part of Alta Loma Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Hermosa Elementary School located?
Hermosa Elementary School is located in the Alta Loma neighborhood of Rancho Cucamonga, CA.
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