Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Strandwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Strandwood Elementary serves the west part of Pleasant Hill, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families in this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strandwood 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
Strandwood Elementary School's student population of 596 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Strandwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Strandwood Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1304 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
55%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strandwood Elementary School's ranking?
Strandwood Elementary School is ranked #1304 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Strandwood Elementary School often compared to?
Strandwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valhalla Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Strandwood Elementary School?
596 students attend Strandwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Strandwood Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Strandwood Elementary School?
Strandwood Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Strandwood Elementary School offer ?
Strandwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Strandwood Elementary School part of?
Strandwood Elementary School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
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