Serving 682 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Allan Peterson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allan Peterson Elementary School's student population of 682 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Allan Peterson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allan Peterson Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#4574 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allan Peterson Elementary School's ranking?
Allan Peterson Elementary School is ranked #4574 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Allan Peterson Elementary School often compared to?
Allan Peterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary School, Mcswain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Allan Peterson Elementary School?
682 students attend Allan Peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Allan Peterson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allan Peterson Elementary School?
Allan Peterson Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Allan Peterson Elementary School offer ?
Allan Peterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Allan Peterson Elementary School part of?
Allan Peterson Elementary School is part of Merced City Elementary School District.
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