Serving 756 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Megan Cope 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 756 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Megan Cope Elementary School's student population of 756 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
756 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Colors
Not mentioned
School Motto
Soaring to SUCCESS, Nothing Less!
School Rankings
Megan Cope 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 Megan Cope Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#5965 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
7%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Megan Cope Elementary School's ranking?
Megan Cope Elementary School is ranked #5965 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Megan Cope Elementary School often compared to?
Megan Cope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Megan Cope Elementary School?
756 students attend Megan Cope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Megan Cope Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Megan Cope Elementary School?
Megan Cope Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Megan Cope Elementary School offer ?
Megan Cope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Megan Cope Elementary School part of?
Megan Cope Elementary School is part of San Jacinto Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
August 06, 2026 (Thursday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK - SCHOOL SITES CLOSED
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK - SCHOOL SITES CLOSED
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK - SCHOOL SITES CLOSED
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
SPRING BREAK - SCHOOL SITES CLOSED
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
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