Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sutherland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 96% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sutherland Elementary serves the southern part of Stockton, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sutherland Elementary School's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Sutherland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sutherland Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#7478 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sea Otters
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutherland Elementary School's ranking?
Sutherland Elementary School is ranked #7478 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sutherland Elementary School?
360 students attend Sutherland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sutherland Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutherland Elementary School?
Sutherland Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sutherland Elementary School offer ?
Sutherland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sutherland Elementary School part of?
Sutherland Elementary School is part of Lodi Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sutherland Elementary School located?
Sutherland Elementary School is located in the Valley Oak neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Valley Oak.
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