Serving 54 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Van Duzen 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 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Duzen Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bridgeville, CA, covering an area of approximately 878.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 20.9 miles and the furthest edge located 45.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Duzen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Van Duzen Elementary School's student population of 54 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
54 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Duzen 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 Van Duzen Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#6418 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
White
65%
20%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Duzen Elementary School's ranking?
Van Duzen Elementary School is ranked #6418 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Van Duzen Elementary School?
54 students attend Van Duzen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Van Duzen Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Duzen Elementary School?
Van Duzen Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Van Duzen Elementary School offer ?
Van Duzen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Van Duzen Elementary School part of?
Van Duzen Elementary School is part of Southern Trinity Joint Unified School District.
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