Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J. E. Van Wig 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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J. E. Van Wig Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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J. E. Van Wig Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
J. E. Van Wig 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 J. E. Van Wig Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4640 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
91%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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J. E. Van Wig Elementary School is ranked #4640 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are J. E. Van Wig Elementary School often compared to?
J. E. Van Wig Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Academy, Don Julian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend J. E. Van Wig Elementary School?
338 students attend J. E. Van Wig Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of J. E. Van Wig Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. E. Van Wig Elementary School?
J. E. Van Wig Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does J. E. Van Wig Elementary School offer ?
J. E. Van Wig Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J. E. Van Wig Elementary School part of?
J. E. Van Wig Elementary School is part of Bassett Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is J. E. Van Wig Elementary School located?
J. E. Van Wig Elementary School is located in the Bassett neighborhood of La Puente, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Bassett.
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