Serving 1,304 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Zehnder Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School's student population of 1,304 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zehnder Ranch Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#387 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
56%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zehnder Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School is ranked #387 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Zehnder Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Zehnder Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Zehnder Ranch Elementary School?
1,304 students attend Zehnder Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Zehnder Ranch Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zehnder Ranch Elementary School?
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Zehnder Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Zehnder Ranch Elementary School part of?
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
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