Serving 882 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School's student population of 882 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
882 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'We are here to prepare children to be successful citizens.'
School Rankings
Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) 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 Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) 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
#4586 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School's ranking?
Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School is ranked #4586 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School?
882 students attend Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School?
Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School offer ?
Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School part of?
Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School is part of Santa Maria-Bonita School District.
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