Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Peter Pendleton 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter Pendleton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Peter Pendleton Elementary School's student population of 479 students has declined by 9% 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
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Peter Pendleton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peter Pendleton Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#6922 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter Pendleton Elementary School's ranking?
Peter Pendleton Elementary School is ranked #6922 out of 9,602 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Peter Pendleton Elementary School?
479 students attend Peter Pendleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Peter Pendleton Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peter Pendleton Elementary School?
Peter Pendleton Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Peter Pendleton Elementary School offer ?
Peter Pendleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Peter Pendleton Elementary School part of?
Peter Pendleton Elementary School is part of Coachella Valley Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 11/29/2010
Wonderful school. Mrs. Sherrell is amazing and really helped my child
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