Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Emma W. Shuey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma W. Shuey 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
School Overview
Emma W. Shuey Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Emma W. Shuey 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 Emma W. Shuey Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1405 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
62%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma W. Shuey Elementary School's ranking?
Emma W. Shuey Elementary School is ranked #1405 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Emma W. Shuey Elementary School often compared to?
Emma W. Shuey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mildred B. Janson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emma W. Shuey Elementary School?
450 students attend Emma W. Shuey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Emma W. Shuey Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma W. Shuey Elementary School?
Emma W. Shuey Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emma W. Shuey Elementary School offer ?
Emma W. Shuey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Emma W. Shuey Elementary School part of?
Emma W. Shuey Elementary School is part of Rosemead Elementary School District.
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