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English Learner Data

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

Reports

Downloadable Data Files

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

  • Annual Reclassified Fluent English Proficient Rate Data
    Downloadable data files of the number and rate of English learner (EL) students who were reclassified fluent English proficient (RFEP) during the academic year (July 1 – June 30) disaggregated by level (i.e., state, district, county, and school), charter school status, and alternative school status.

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.

  • Long-Term English Learner Students
    An overview of the Long-Term English Learners (LTEL) definitions used for data reporting.
Questions:   Analysis Measurement & Accountability Reporting Division | dataquest@cde.ca.gov
Last Reviewed: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
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  • Annual RFEP Rate Data (added 14-Jul-2026)
    Downloadable data files of the number and rate of English learner (EL) students who were reclassified fluent English proficient (RFEP) during the academic year (July 1–June 30) disaggregated by level (i.e., state, county, district, and school).
  • File Structure: Annual RFEP Rate Data (added 14-Jul-2026)
    File structure for data files of the number and rate of English learner (EL) students who were reclassified fluent English proficient (RFEP) during the academic year (July 1–June 30) disaggregated by level (i.e., state, county, district, and school).