Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dewey Avenue 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dewey Avenue Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Dewey Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dewey Avenue Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#4081 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Dewey Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Dewey Avenue Elementary School is ranked #4081 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dewey Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Dewey Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School, Cal Aero Preserve Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dewey Avenue Elementary School?
361 students attend Dewey Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Dewey Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dewey Avenue Elementary School?
Dewey Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dewey Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Dewey Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dewey Avenue Elementary School part of?
Dewey Avenue Elementary School is part of Garvey Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Dewey Avenue Elementary School located?
Dewey Avenue Elementary School is located in the Garvey neighborhood of San Gabriel, CA.
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