Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blue Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Oak Elementary serves the west part of Shingle Springs, CA, covering an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the school's edges and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Oak Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
445 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blue Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Oak Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1506 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Blue Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Oak Elementary School is ranked #1506 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Blue Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckeye Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Blue Oak Elementary School?
445 students attend Blue Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Blue Oak Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Oak Elementary School?
Blue Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Blue Oak Elementary School offer ?
Blue Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blue Oak Elementary School part of?
Blue Oak Elementary School is part of Buckeye Union Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Overall this school is great i have made friends very easily.
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