Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Redwood 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Redwood Elementary School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Equipping Students for Success
School Rankings
Redwood 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 Redwood Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#4506 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redwood Elementary School's ranking?
Redwood Elementary School is ranked #4506 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Redwood Elementary School often compared to?
Redwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Uncharted Shores Academy, Castle Rock by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Redwood Elementary School?
461 students attend Redwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Redwood Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redwood Elementary School?
Redwood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Redwood Elementary School offer ?
Redwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Redwood Elementary School part of?
Redwood Elementary School is part of Del Norte County Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
Redwood Last Day BBQ
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
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