Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, First Street 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
First Street Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
First Street 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 First Street Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#3127 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Street Elementary School's ranking?
First Street Elementary School is ranked #3127 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are First Street Elementary School often compared to?
First Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlin C. Coppin Elementary School, Twelve Bridges Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend First Street Elementary School?
381 students attend First Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of First Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of First Street Elementary School?
First Street Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does First Street Elementary School offer ?
First Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is First Street Elementary School part of?
First Street Elementary School is part of Western Placer Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is First Street Elementary School located?
First Street Elementary School is located in the Downtown Lincoln neighborhood of Lincoln, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown Lincoln.
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