Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gretchen Higgins Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gretchen Higgins Elementary serves the northern part of Dixon, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 36.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gretchen Higgins Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
In order for our students to be college and career ready, Gretchen Higgins Elementary will provide a nurturing and rigorous academic environment.
School Rankings
Gretchen Higgins Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gretchen Higgins Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#5831 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gretchen Higgins Elementary School's ranking?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary School is ranked #5831 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gretchen Higgins Elementary School often compared to?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dixon Montessori Charter, Tremont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gretchen Higgins Elementary School?
353 students attend Gretchen Higgins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Gretchen Higgins Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gretchen Higgins Elementary School?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gretchen Higgins Elementary School offer ?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gretchen Higgins Elementary School part of?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary School is part of Dixon Unified School District.
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