Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Downieville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downieville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Downieville Elementary School's student population of 26 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
26 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Downieville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downieville Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Hispanic
35%
56%
White
46%
20%
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)11.5%
33%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downieville Elementary School's ranking?
Downieville Elementary School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Downieville Elementary School?
26 students attend Downieville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Downieville Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, and 19% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Downieville Elementary School?
Downieville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Downieville Elementary School offer ?
Downieville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Downieville Elementary School part of?
Downieville Elementary School is part of Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified School District.
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