Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Sutters Mill ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sutters Mill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sutters Mill's student population of 230 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sutters Mill ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sutters Mill is 0.43, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2098 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
73%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutters Mill's ranking?
Sutters Mill is ranked #2098 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sutters Mill often compared to?
Sutters Millis often viewed alongside schools like Rescue Elementary School, Indian Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sutters Mill?
230 students attend Sutters Mill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sutters Mill students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sutters Mill?
Sutters Mill has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sutters Mill offer ?
Sutters Mill offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Sutters Mill part of?
Sutters Mill is part of Gold Trail Union Elementary School District.
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