Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mariposa 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 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mariposa 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
Mariposa Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Mariposa 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 Mariposa 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
#1459 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Monarchs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mariposa Elementary School's ranking?
Mariposa Elementary School is ranked #1459 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mariposa Elementary School often compared to?
Mariposa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kimberly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mariposa Elementary School?
432 students attend Mariposa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mariposa Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mariposa Elementary School?
Mariposa Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mariposa Elementary School offer ?
Mariposa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mariposa Elementary School part of?
Mariposa Elementary School is part of Redlands Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mariposa Elementary School located?
Mariposa Elementary School is located in the South Redlands neighborhood of Redlands, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in South Redlands.
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