Serving 822 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Leonardo Da Vinci ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 822 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Leonardo Da Vinci's attendance zone serves the entire district in Sacramento, CA, covering approximately 69.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonardo Da Vinci 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
Leonardo Da Vinci's student population of 822 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
822 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leonardo Da Vinci ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonardo Da Vinci is 0.73, 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
#1642 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 Leonardo Da Vinci's ranking?
Leonardo Da Vinci is ranked #1642 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Leonardo Da Vinci often compared to?
Leonardo Da Vinciis often viewed alongside schools like Sutterville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Leonardo Da Vinci?
822 students attend Leonardo Da Vinci.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Leonardo Da Vinci students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leonardo Da Vinci?
Leonardo Da Vinci has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Leonardo Da Vinci offer ?
Leonardo Da Vinci offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Leonardo Da Vinci part of?
Leonardo Da Vinci is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Leonardo Da Vinci located?
Leonardo Da Vinci is located in the Southeastern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 20 other public schools located in Southeastern Sacramento.
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