Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Podesta Ranch 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Podesta Ranch Elementary serves the southern part of Stockton, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Podesta Ranch Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Podesta Ranch Red Tailed Hawks are Responsible, Kind and Safe. Red Tailed Hawks, Our School Rocks!
School Rankings
Podesta Ranch 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 Podesta Ranch Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#4234 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
33%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
8%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-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 Podesta Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Podesta Ranch Elementary School is ranked #4234 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Podesta Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Podesta Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Muir Elementary School, Kennedy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Podesta Ranch Elementary School?
406 students attend Podesta Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Podesta Ranch Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Podesta Ranch Elementary School?
Podesta Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Podesta Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Podesta Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Podesta Ranch Elementary School part of?
Podesta Ranch Elementary School is part of Lodi Unified School District.
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