Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ferris Spanger Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ferris Spanger Elementary serves the southeast part of Roseville, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles, with most families living within a 5-10 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.9 miles, extending up to 1.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ferris Spanger Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ferris Spanger 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 Ferris Spanger 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
#4065 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
52%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 is Ferris Spanger Elementary School's ranking?
Ferris Spanger Elementary School is ranked #4065 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ferris Spanger Elementary School often compared to?
Ferris Spanger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradford Woodbridge Fundamental Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Ferris Spanger Elementary School?
301 students attend Ferris Spanger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ferris Spanger Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferris Spanger Elementary School?
Ferris Spanger Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ferris Spanger Elementary School offer ?
Ferris Spanger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ferris Spanger Elementary School part of?
Ferris Spanger Elementary School is part of Roseville City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Ferris Spanger Elementary School located?
Ferris Spanger Elementary School is located in the Diamond Oaks neighborhood of Roseville, CA.
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