Serving 339 students in grades 5-8, Waterloo 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterloo Elementary serves the entire Stockton, CA district, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 147.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterloo Elementary School's student population of 339 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Waterloo 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 Waterloo 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
#5169 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterloo Elementary School's ranking?
Waterloo Elementary School is ranked #5169 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Waterloo Elementary School?
339 students attend Waterloo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Waterloo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterloo Elementary School?
Waterloo Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Waterloo Elementary School offer ?
Waterloo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Waterloo Elementary School part of?
Waterloo Elementary School is part of Linden Unified School District.
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