CORTEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cortez Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pomona Unified school district, located in Pomona, CA with about 710 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Cortez Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cortez Elementary School is a public school located in Pomona, California, and is part of the Pomona Unified School District (PUSD). Situated at 1300 N. Dudley, the school serves the local community by providing foundational K-6 education. As a member of the PUSD system, the school adheres to district-wide academic standards and initiatives designed to support student growth, literacy, and numeracy, while fostering a learning environment that encourages both personal development and community engagement.

The school’s presence within the Pomona Unified School District connects it to a broader network of educational resources, administrative support, and extracurricular opportunities. Families interested in enrollment, specific academic programs, or the school’s current calendar and policies can find detailed information through the official district website at http://www.pusd.org. The school acts as a neighborhood hub, emphasizing the values and educational goals established by the district to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Cortez Elementary at (909) 397-4750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.