Serving 656 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Elmwood 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elmwood Elementary serves the eastern part of Stockton, CA, covering an area of approximately 15.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmwood Elementary School's student population of 656 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elmwood 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 Elmwood Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#7703 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood Elementary School's ranking?
Elmwood Elementary School is ranked #7703 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elmwood Elementary School?
656 students attend Elmwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Elmwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood Elementary School?
Elmwood Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elmwood Elementary School offer ?
Elmwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Elmwood Elementary School part of?
Elmwood Elementary School is part of Stockton Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Just a school nothing else. Staff is rude. Don't feel welcome to the school.
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