Serving 385 students in grades 4-8, Pacheco Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pacheco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pacheco Elementary School's student population of 385 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pacheco Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pacheco Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#5352 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
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 Pacheco Elementary School's ranking?
Pacheco Elementary School is ranked #5352 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pacheco Elementary School?
385 students attend Pacheco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Pacheco Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pacheco Elementary School?
Pacheco Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pacheco Elementary School offer ?
Pacheco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Pacheco Elementary School part of?
Pacheco Elementary School is part of Pacheco Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Pacheco Elementary School located?
Pacheco Elementary School is located in the Pacheco neighborhood of Redding, CA.
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