Serving 745 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pepper Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pepper Tree 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
Pepper Tree Elementary School's student population of 745 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Pepper Tree 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 Pepper Tree Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1162 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pepper Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Pepper Tree Elementary School is ranked #1162 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pepper Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Pepper Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valencia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pepper Tree Elementary School?
745 students attend Pepper Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pepper Tree Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pepper Tree Elementary School?
Pepper Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pepper Tree Elementary School offer ?
Pepper Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Pepper Tree Elementary School part of?
Pepper Tree Elementary School is part of Upland Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 2/16/2023
The staff is incredibly friendly and on top of it. The teachers are great so far for both of my children. Excellent school overall.
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