Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary serves the northeast part of Folsom, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#245 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School's ranking?
Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School often compared to?
Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Ridge Elementary School, Russell Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School?
490 students attend Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School?
Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School offer ?
Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School part of?
Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School is part of Folsom-Cordova Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School located?
Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School is located in the Prairie Oaks neighborhood of Folsom, CA.
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