Pepper Tree Elementary

Pepper Tree Elementary

Public Elementary School | Grade K-6
1045 W 18th St,  Upland, CA
Upland Unified School District
4.1
778 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dionthe Cusimano
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Math Proficiency
58%
Reading Proficiency
67%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
58%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
32
Full Time Teachers
32
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.6%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
33.8%
State Average
17.9%
Science
38.8%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
52.2%
Male
47.8%
Hispanic
40.9%
White
34.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
15.7%
Two or more races
6.7%
Black
2.6%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 21 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/29/2025
All four of my sons attended Pepper Tree, who then moved on to UHS Classes of 2020, 2023, 2025, & and upcoming 2026. My third son is currently a Senior at Upland High School. His academic excellence began here. PT teachers encouraged and supported him through the years. I am eternally grateful for t...
5.0 parent
3/26/2025
My now 17 year old attended this school since she was in 1st grade. I currently have my 8 and 10 year old here. The teachers are amazing I love all of them. Having 3 kids, I had experience with most teachers. Being a room parent also helps you develop that relationship with them to get to know them...
5.0 parent
11/23/2024
I had 3 kids attend this school. My oldest now 16 and my youngest are 8,10. This school is amazing! The teachers go above and beyond for their students. They really care for their kids education if they kids are having difficulty in a subject the teachers will offer their time to help catch the stud...
5.0 parent
5/12/2022
My son loves this school the teachers are so nice and me has never been bulled

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Pepper Tree Elementary is a public school for students in grades K-6 in Upland, CA, in the Upland neighborhood, and is served by the Upland Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 778 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 58% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Pepper Tree Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $914,120. Discover additional schools in the area, like Upland High School, Hillside High School, Alta Loma High, and more. Learn more about what Upland has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pepper Tree Elementary.

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