Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Catheryn Gates 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 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Catheryn Gates Elementary serves the eastern part of Roseville, CA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catheryn Gates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Catheryn Gates Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Explorers!
School Rankings
Catheryn Gates 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 Catheryn Gates Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1870 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catheryn Gates Elementary School's ranking?
Catheryn Gates Elementary School is ranked #1870 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Catheryn Gates Elementary School often compared to?
Catheryn Gates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vencil Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Catheryn Gates Elementary School?
383 students attend Catheryn Gates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Catheryn Gates Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catheryn Gates Elementary School?
Catheryn Gates Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Catheryn Gates Elementary School offer ?
Catheryn Gates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Catheryn Gates Elementary School part of?
Catheryn Gates Elementary School is part of Roseville City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Catheryn Gates Elementary School located?
Catheryn Gates Elementary School is located in the Highland Reserve neighborhood of Roseville, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Highland Reserve.
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