Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Placer Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Placer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Placer Elementary School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Respectful, Responsible, and Ready!
School Rankings
Placer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Placer Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1109 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
White
80%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
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 Placer Elementary School's ranking?
Placer Elementary School is ranked #1109 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Placer Elementary School often compared to?
Placer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Placer Elementary School?
505 students attend Placer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Placer Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Placer Elementary School?
Placer Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Placer Elementary School offer ?
Placer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Placer Elementary School part of?
Placer Elementary School is part of Loomis Union Elementary School District.
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