Serving 31 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Merced City School District Community Day ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merced City School District Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Merced City School District Community Day's student population of 31 students has grown by 106% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Merced City School District Community Day ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merced City School District Community Day is 0.69, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
17%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merced City School District Community Day's ranking?
Merced City School District Community Day is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Merced City School District Community Day?
31 students attend Merced City School District Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Merced City School District Community Day students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merced City School District Community Day?
Merced City School District Community Day has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Merced City School District Community Day offer ?
Merced City School District Community Day offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Merced City School District Community Day part of?
Merced City School District Community Day is part of Merced City Elementary School District.
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