Serving 593 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Erma B. Reese Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Erma B. Reese Elementary serves the northern part of Lodi, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Erma B. Reese Elementary School's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
593 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Rankings
Erma B. Reese Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erma B. Reese Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3256 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
40%
20%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Not listed
School Mascot
Reese Roadrunner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erma B. Reese Elementary School's ranking?
Erma B. Reese Elementary School is ranked #3256 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Erma B. Reese Elementary School often compared to?
Erma B. Reese Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leroy Nichols Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Erma B. Reese Elementary School?
593 students attend Erma B. Reese Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Erma B. Reese Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Erma B. Reese Elementary School?
Erma B. Reese Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Erma B. Reese Elementary School offer ?
Erma B. Reese Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Erma B. Reese Elementary School part of?
Erma B. Reese Elementary School is part of Lodi Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
September 28, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break
September 29, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break
October 02, 2026 (Friday)
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