Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Elementary serves the entire district of Anderson, CA, encompassing an area of 27.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located approximately 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Elementary School's student population of 332 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student Matters, Every Moment Counts
School Rankings
Prairie 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 Prairie 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
#2938 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
65%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Elementary School is ranked #2938 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Lane Elementary School, Happy Valley Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Prairie Elementary School?
332 students attend Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Prairie Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Elementary School?
Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Prairie Elementary School part of?
Prairie Elementary School is part of Pacheco Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Elementary School located?
Prairie Elementary School is located in the Pacheco neighborhood of Anderson, CA.
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