Peter J. Shields Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Peter J. Shields Elementary School?
300 students attend Peter J. Shields Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Peter J. Shields Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peter J. Shields Elementary School?
Peter J. Shields Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Peter J. Shields Elementary School offer ?
Peter J. Shields Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Peter J. Shields Elementary School part of?
Peter J. Shields Elementary School is part of Folsom-Cordova Unified School District.
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