Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School's student population of 459 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2835 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School's ranking?
Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School is ranked #2835 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School often compared to?
Leona H. Cox Community Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mint Canyon Community Elementary School, Valley View Community Elementary School, Golden Oak Community by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School?
459 students attend Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School?
Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School offer ?
Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School part of?
Leona H. Cox Community Elementary School is part of Sulphur Springs Union School District.
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