Serving 209 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cypress Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cypress Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Cypress Elementary School's student population of 209 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Cypress 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 Cypress Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#6308 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Cypress Elementary School's ranking?
Cypress Elementary School is ranked #6308 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cypress Elementary School?
209 students attend Cypress Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cypress Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cypress Elementary School?
Cypress Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cypress Elementary School offer ?
Cypress Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cypress Elementary School part of?
Cypress Elementary School is part of Redding Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Cypress Elementary School located?
Cypress Elementary School is located in the Garden Tract neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Garden Tract.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
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