Serving 843 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southshore 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 49% (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 73% 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: 843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southshore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southshore Elementary School's student population of 843 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
843 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Southshore 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 Southshore Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#3389 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southshore Elementary School's ranking?
Southshore Elementary School is ranked #3389 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Southshore Elementary School?
843 students attend Southshore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Southshore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southshore Elementary School?
Southshore Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Southshore Elementary School offer ?
Southshore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Southshore Elementary School part of?
Southshore Elementary School is part of Menifee Union School District.
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