Serving 609 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Genevieve Didion ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Genevieve Didion serves the west part of Sacramento, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genevieve Didion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Genevieve Didion's student population of 609 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
609 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Genevieve Didion ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Genevieve Didion is 0.77, 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
#799 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genevieve Didion's ranking?
Genevieve Didion is ranked #799 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Genevieve Didion often compared to?
Genevieve Didionis often viewed alongside schools like Matsuyama Elementary School, Crocker/riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Genevieve Didion?
609 students attend Genevieve Didion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Genevieve Didion students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Genevieve Didion?
Genevieve Didion has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Genevieve Didion offer ?
Genevieve Didion offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Genevieve Didion part of?
Genevieve Didion is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Genevieve Didion located?
Genevieve Didion is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
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