Serving 379 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pacheco Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Redding, CA, covering approximately 27.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pacheco Elementary School's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
379 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing students to be confident and empowered leaders for tomorrow’s world.
School Rankings
Pacheco Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pacheco Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#5191 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacheco Elementary School's ranking?
Pacheco Elementary School is ranked #5191 out of 9,523 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
379 students attend Pacheco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Pacheco Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% 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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