Serving 125 students in grades 3-5, Etna 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 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Etna Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Etna, CA, covering approximately 827.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 25.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Etna Elementary School's student population of 125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
125 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Year Founded
1859
School Rankings
Etna 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 Etna Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#3770 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 18-year historical data
American Indian
7%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
66%
20%
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Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Etna Elementary School's ranking?
Etna Elementary School is ranked #3770 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Etna Elementary School?
125 students attend Etna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Etna Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Etna Elementary School?
Etna Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Etna Elementary School offer ?
Etna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Etna Elementary School part of?
Etna Elementary School is part of Scott Valley Unified School District.
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