Serving 339 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Pinewood 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinewood Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Pollock Pines, CA, covering an area of approximately 199.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 26 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pinewood Elementary School's student population of 339 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
339 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinewood 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 Pinewood Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#3882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
64%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinewood Elementary School's ranking?
Pinewood Elementary School is ranked #3882 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pinewood Elementary School?
339 students attend Pinewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Pinewood Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinewood Elementary School?
Pinewood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pinewood Elementary School offer ?
Pinewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Pinewood Elementary School part of?
Pinewood Elementary School is part of Pollock Pines Elementary School District.
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