Serving 912 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mcswain 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 912 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: McSwain Elementary serves the entire district in Merced, CA, encompassing an area of 114.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge located approximately 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcswain Elementary School's student population of 912 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
912 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Mcswain 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 Mcswain Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#3293 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcswain Elementary School's ranking?
Mcswain Elementary School is ranked #3293 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mcswain Elementary School often compared to?
Mcswain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allan Peterson Elementary School, Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary School, Merced Scholars Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mcswain Elementary School?
912 students attend Mcswain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mcswain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcswain Elementary School?
Mcswain Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mcswain Elementary School offer ?
Mcswain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mcswain Elementary School part of?
Mcswain Elementary School is part of Mcswain Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break- No School
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day of School
June 02, 2027 (Wednesday)
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