Serving 248 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cedarwood 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedarwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Cedarwood Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Cubs
School Rankings
Cedarwood 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 Cedarwood 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
#6316 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
71%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedarwood Elementary School's ranking?
Cedarwood Elementary School is ranked #6316 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cedarwood Elementary School?
248 students attend Cedarwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Cedarwood Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedarwood Elementary School?
Cedarwood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cedarwood Elementary School offer ?
Cedarwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cedarwood Elementary School part of?
Cedarwood Elementary School is part of Paradise Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 5/12/2008
Cedarwood is a wonderful school. The teachers care, and take time to make sure each student learns! The facilities are newer and very clean. School faculty encourage parent envolvement.
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