Thomas Kelly Elementary School

6301 Moraga Dr.
Carmichael, CA 95608
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas Kelly 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 321 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50% in CA
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Thomas Kelly Elementary serves a central area in Carmichael, CA, covering approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Thomas Kelly Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
321 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

Thomas Kelly 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 Thomas Kelly Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#7478 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

15-19%
34%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

25-29%
47%
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
7%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
23%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
7%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
52%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
10%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
48%
0.66

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
32.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thomas Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Kelly Elementary School is ranked #7478 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thomas Kelly Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Kelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Kelly Elementary School?
321 students attend Thomas Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Thomas Kelly Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Kelly Elementary School?
Thomas Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Kelly Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas Kelly Elementary School part of?
Thomas Kelly Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 321 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Thomas Kelly Elementary serves a central area in Carmichael, CA, covering approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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