Serving 27 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bodega Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bodega Bay Elementary serves the entire district of Bodega Bay, CA, covering an extensive area of approximately 404.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 12.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 29.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bodega Bay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bodega Bay Elementary School's student population of 27 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bodega Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bodega Bay Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#2574 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bodega Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Bodega Bay Elementary School is ranked #2574 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bodega Bay Elementary School?
27 students attend Bodega Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bodega Bay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bodega Bay Elementary School?
Bodega Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bodega Bay Elementary School offer ?
Bodega Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bodega Bay Elementary School part of?
Bodega Bay Elementary School is part of Shoreline Unified School District.
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