English Learner Data

Reports and data about English learner (EL) students enrolled in California public TK/K–12 schools and districts, including language, long-term EL students (LTEL), and reclassified fluent English proficient (RFEP) students.

Reports

English Learners by Language and Grade
The latest statewide DataQuest report of English learner students enrolled on Census Day disaggregated by language and grade.
Enrollment by English Language Acquisition Status and Grade
The latest statewide DataQuest reports of students enrolled on Census Day disaggregated by English language acquisition status and grade.
Annual Reclassification (RFEP) Counts and Rates (with County data)
The latest statewide DataQuest report of counts and rates of English learner students who have been reclassified as fluent English proficient (RFEP) with in the last year disaggregated by county. (Please Note: The most recent year of available RFEP data is currently 2020–21).
"Ever-ELs" by Years as English Learner (EL) and Reclassification (RFEP) Status by Grade
The latest statewide DataQuest report of students enrolled on Census Day who have ever been an English learner disaggregated by the number of years as an EL or RFEP status and by grade.
"At-Risk" and Long-Term English Learner (LTEL) by Grade
The latest statewide DataQuest report of English learner students enrolled on Census Day who have been determined to be "At-Risk" of becoming LTELs or who are already LTELs disaggregated by grade.

Downloadable Data Files

English Learner Downloadable Files
Downloadable data files for English learners (ELs) by grade, language, and school.

Resources

English Learner Students in California Schools
Information about educational outcomes and resources for English Learner students in California. The California Department of Education (CDE) works closely with districts and schools to ensure that English Learners receive the supports and services they need.
English Learner
Resources for English learners to acquire full proficiency in English as rapidly and effectively as possible and meet state standards for academic achievement.
Facts about English Learners in California - CalEdFacts
Report of various statistics and information about English Learner students in California. This content is part of the California Department of Education's information and media guide about education in the State of California. For similar information on other topics, visit the full CalEdFacts.
English Learner Progress Indicator
The English Learner Progress indicator, reported on the California School Dashboard, applies to districts and schools with students in grades 1–12.

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Last Reviewed: Thursday, May 16, 2024

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