Serving 241 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Caroline Wenzel Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caroline Wenzel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Caroline Wenzel Elementary School's student population of 241 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caroline Wenzel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caroline Wenzel Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#8919 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
28%
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caroline Wenzel Elementary School's ranking?
Caroline Wenzel Elementary School is ranked #8919 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Caroline Wenzel Elementary School often compared to?
Caroline Wenzel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Matsuyama Elementary School, Yav Pem Suab - Preparing For The Future Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Caroline Wenzel Elementary School?
241 students attend Caroline Wenzel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Caroline Wenzel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caroline Wenzel Elementary School?
Caroline Wenzel Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Caroline Wenzel Elementary School offer ?
Caroline Wenzel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Caroline Wenzel Elementary School part of?
Caroline Wenzel Elementary School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Caroline Wenzel Elementary School located?
Caroline Wenzel Elementary School is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
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