Serving 215 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Cypress Elementary serves the northern part of Redding, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cypress Elementary School's student population of 215 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
215 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
8%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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?
215 students attend Cypress Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cypress Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cypress Elementary School?
Cypress Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than 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
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
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