Serving 30 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50% in CA)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Roberts Ferry Union Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 97.4 square miles in Waterford, CA. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School's student population of 30 students has declined by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
30 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School is 0.46, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
Hispanic
20%
56%
White
70%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)50%
33%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School?
30 students attend Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School?
Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School offer ?
Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School part of?
Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School is part of Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District.
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