Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Elmer Wood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmer Wood Elementary School's student population of 507 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Elmer Wood 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 Elmer Wood Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#2959 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Elmer Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Elmer Wood Elementary School is ranked #2959 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elmer Wood Elementary School?
507 students attend Elmer Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Elmer Wood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmer Wood Elementary School?
Elmer Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elmer Wood Elementary School offer ?
Elmer Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Elmer Wood Elementary School part of?
Elmer Wood Elementary School is part of Atwater Elementary School District.
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