Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Elihu Beard 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elihu Beard Elementary serves the northern part of Modesto, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1 square mile. Most families typically have a short drive to the school, ranging from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elihu Beard Elementary School's student population of 467 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elihu Beard 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 Elihu Beard Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#7321 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elihu Beard Elementary School's ranking?
Elihu Beard Elementary School is ranked #7321 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elihu Beard Elementary School?
467 students attend Elihu Beard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Elihu Beard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elihu Beard Elementary School?
Elihu Beard Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elihu Beard Elementary School offer ?
Elihu Beard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Elihu Beard Elementary School part of?
Elihu Beard Elementary School is part of Modesto City Elementary School District.
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