Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Atherwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atherwood Elementary School's student population of 456 students has declined by 8% 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
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
SHINE
School Rankings
Atherwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atherwood Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2965 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
49%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atherwood Elementary School's ranking?
Atherwood Elementary School is ranked #2965 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Atherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Atherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Springs Elementary School, Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Atherwood Elementary School?
456 students attend Atherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Atherwood Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atherwood Elementary School?
Atherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Atherwood Elementary School offer ?
Atherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Atherwood Elementary School part of?
Atherwood Elementary School is part of Simi Valley Unified School District.
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