Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Leroy Nichols 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leroy Nichols Elementary serves the eastern part of Lodi, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 1.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leroy Nichols Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Leroy Nichols Elementary School's student population of 344 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
344 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Leroy Nichols 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 Leroy Nichols Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
66%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leroy Nichols Elementary School's ranking?
Leroy Nichols Elementary School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Leroy Nichols Elementary School often compared to?
Leroy Nichols Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Erma B. Reese Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Leroy Nichols Elementary School?
344 students attend Leroy Nichols Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Leroy Nichols Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leroy Nichols Elementary School?
Leroy Nichols Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Leroy Nichols Elementary School offer ?
Leroy Nichols Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Leroy Nichols Elementary School part of?
Leroy Nichols Elementary School is part of Lodi Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 18, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 19, 2027 (Friday)
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