Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pacific Union 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pacific Union Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Arcata, CA, encompassing approximately 16.1 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pacific Union Elementary School's student population of 534 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
School Rankings
Pacific Union 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 Pacific Union Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#3634 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific Union Elementary School's ranking?
Pacific Union Elementary School is ranked #3634 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pacific Union Elementary School?
534 students attend Pacific Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pacific Union Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pacific Union Elementary School?
Pacific Union Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pacific Union Elementary School offer ?
Pacific Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pacific Union Elementary School part of?
Pacific Union Elementary School is part of Pacific Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Pacific Union Elementary School located?
Pacific Union Elementary School is located in the Pacific neighborhood of Arcata, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pacific.
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