Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shirpser 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 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Shirpser Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Motto
'An Adventure Awaits'
Shirpser 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 Shirpser Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#5542 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions麻豆果冻传媒> What is Shirpser Elementary School's ranking?
Shirpser Elementary School is ranked #5542 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 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shirpser Elementary School?
475 students attend Shirpser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Shirpser Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shirpser Elementary School?
Shirpser Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shirpser Elementary School offer ?
Shirpser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Shirpser Elementary School part of?
Shirpser Elementary School is part of El Monte City School District.
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View the Shirpser Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Enrichment Friday - Schools Closed
March 13, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break- No School
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
Enrichment Friday - Schools Closed
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of School
June 05, 2026 (Friday)
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