Serving 690 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Allan Peterson Elementary serves the southern part of Merced, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allan Peterson Elementary School's student population of 690 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
690 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Allan Peterson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allan Peterson Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4506 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allan Peterson Elementary School's ranking?
Allan Peterson Elementary School is ranked #4506 out of 9,523 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
690 students attend Allan Peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Allan Peterson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 26:1, 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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