Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Catherine Everett 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Catherine Everett Elementary serves the northern part of Modesto, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Catherine Everett Elementary School's student population of 428 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Catherine Everett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catherine Everett Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#6523 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catherine Everett Elementary School's ranking?
Catherine Everett Elementary School is ranked #6523 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Catherine Everett Elementary School?
428 students attend Catherine Everett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Catherine Everett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catherine Everett Elementary School?
Catherine Everett Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Catherine Everett Elementary School offer ?
Catherine Everett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Catherine Everett Elementary School part of?
Catherine Everett Elementary School is part of Modesto City Elementary School District.
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