Serving 216 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Copperopolis 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Copperopolis Elementary serves the southwest part of Copperopolis, CA, covering an area of approximately 138.2 square miles. The typical drive from various points within the attendance zone to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Copperopolis Elementary School's student population of 216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Empowered to achieve. Inspired to succeed.
School Rankings
Copperopolis 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 Copperopolis 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
#6946 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
26%
56%
White
69%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Copper and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copperopolis Elementary School's ranking?
Copperopolis Elementary School is ranked #6946 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Copperopolis Elementary School often compared to?
Copperopolis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert A. Michelson Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School, Jenny Lind Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Copperopolis Elementary School?
216 students attend Copperopolis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Copperopolis Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Copperopolis Elementary School?
Copperopolis Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Copperopolis Elementary School offer ?
Copperopolis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Copperopolis Elementary School part of?
Copperopolis Elementary School is part of Mark Twain Union Elementary School District.
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