Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School's student population of 507 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
'Engaging all students in partnership with family and community to become informed, compassionate, global citizens.'
School Rankings
Allan Orrenmaa 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 Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#4884 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
10%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School's ranking?
Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School is ranked #4884 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School?
507 students attend Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School?
Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School offer ?
Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School part of?
Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School is part of Alvord Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School located?
Allan Orrenmaa Elementary School is located in the La Sierra South neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in La Sierra South.
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