Serving 794 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rio Real 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Real Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rio Real Elementary School's student population of 794 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
794 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
Bulldogs Colors
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rio Real Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Real Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#6094 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
White
2%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Real Elementary School's ranking?
Rio Real Elementary School is ranked #6094 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rio Real Elementary School often compared to?
Rio Real Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Del Mar by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rio Real Elementary School?
794 students attend Rio Real Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Rio Real Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Real Elementary School?
Rio Real Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Real Elementary School offer ?
Rio Real Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Rio Real Elementary School part of?
Rio Real Elementary School is part of Rio Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Rio Real Elementary School located?
Rio Real Elementary School is located in the El Rio East neighborhood of Oxnard, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in El Rio East.
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