Serving 20 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Fort Ross Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Ross Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cazadero, CA, covering approximately 130.4 square miles, with most areas located within a 10-15 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point in the zone is about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Ross Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Fort Ross Elementary School's student population of 20 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
20 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1885
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Ross Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Ross Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#2505 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 1999–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
50%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
25%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 21-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 Fort Ross Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Ross Elementary School is ranked #2505 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fort Ross Elementary School?
20 students attend Fort Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Fort Ross Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Ross Elementary School?
Fort Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fort Ross Elementary School offer ?
Fort Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Fort Ross Elementary School part of?
Fort Ross Elementary School is part of Fort Ross Elementary School District.
School Reviews
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Fort Ross School offers small class size and excellent teachers who are committed to student success. The school is located in a beautiful redwood forest. Individual attention is availiable when a student has extra needs. There has been strong parent involvement and students average STAR testing scores are twice the state average.
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