Serving 650 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hazel Strauch 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 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hazel Strauch Elementary School's student population of 650 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hazel Strauch 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 Hazel Strauch Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#4630 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazel Strauch Elementary School's ranking?
Hazel Strauch Elementary School is ranked #4630 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hazel Strauch Elementary School often compared to?
Hazel Strauch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsdale Elementary School, Pershing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hazel Strauch Elementary School?
650 students attend Hazel Strauch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hazel Strauch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazel Strauch Elementary School?
Hazel Strauch Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hazel Strauch Elementary School offer ?
Hazel Strauch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hazel Strauch Elementary School part of?
Hazel Strauch Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hazel Strauch Elementary School located?
Hazel Strauch Elementary School is located in the East Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in East Sacramento.
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