For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,410 students in 91731, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91731, CA are Rio Vista Elementary School, Legore Elementary School and Gidley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 91731 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 91731, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91731, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rio Vista Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4300 North Esto
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2310
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2310
Gr: K-6 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Legore Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11121 Bryant Rd.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2329
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2329
Gr: K-6 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #33.
Gidley Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10226 East Lower Azusa Rd.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2323
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2323
Gr: K-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3400 North California
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2306
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2306
Gr: K-8 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #55.
Shirpser Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4020 North Gibson Rd.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2393
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2393
Gr: K-6 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 91731, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91731, CA include Rio Vista Elementary School, Legore Elementary School and Gidley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 91731?
5 public elementary schools are located in 91731.
What is the racial composition of students in 91731?
91731 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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