Dow's Prairie Elementary School serves 283 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is lower than the California state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the California state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Math Proficiency: 56%
- Reading Proficiency: 55%
- Attendance Zone: Dow's Prairie Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Mckinleyville school district, encompassing approximately 47.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dow's Prairie Elementary School's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
283 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Dow's Prairie 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)56%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)55%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
8%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
51%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
22%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dow's Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Dow's Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Elementary School, Fieldbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% CA state average).
How many students attend Dow's Prairie Elementary School?
283 students attend Dow's Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Dow's Prairie Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dow's Prairie Elementary School?
Dow's Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dow's Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Dow's Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Dow's Prairie Elementary School part of?
Dow's Prairie Elementary School is part of Mckinleyville Union Elementary School District.
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