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#7135 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ayers Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
5120 Myrtle Dr., Concord, CA 94521
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,135 of 9,539
In Concord
#10 of 23
public schools
In district
#26 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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Ayers Elementary
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About Ayers Elementary
Ayers Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Ayers Elementary serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Ayers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,135 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Ayers Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ayers Elementary runs 24.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Ayers Elementary — Students at Ayers Elementary score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Ayers Elementary Compares
See how Ayers Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5120 Myrtle Dr., Concord, CA 94521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ayers Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mt. Diablo Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Clayton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Highlands Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MYRTLE FARM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord | 0.2 mi | — |
| Voyager Academy Concord | 0.3 mi | — |
| Silverwood Elementary Concord | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| HOPE ACADEMY FOR DYSLEXICS Concord | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Hope Academy for Dyslexics Concord | 0.7 mi | — |
| STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord | 0.8 mi | — |
| Clayton Valley Charter High Concord | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ANGELS MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Concord | 1.0 mi | — |
| Mountain View Elementary Concord | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Highlands Elementary Concord | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Pine Hollow Middle Concord | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Tabernacle Christian, Inc. Concord | 1.5 mi | — |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Concord | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Concord High Concord | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Mt. Diablo Elementary Clayton | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| El Dorado Middle Concord | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Westwood Elementary Concord | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| King's Valley Christian School Concord | 1.8 mi | — |
| KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| WOOD ROSE ACADEMY Concord | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,312
Median Home Value
$823,100
Median Rent
$2,388/mo
Population
41,118
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
43
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ayers Elementary
What grades does Ayers Elementary serve?
Ayers Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ayers Elementary?
Ayers Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ayers Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ayers Elementary is 24.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ayers Elementary rank in CA?
Ayers Elementary ranks #7,135 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ayers Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ayers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ayers Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ayers Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ayers Elementary a charter school?
No, Ayers Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ayers Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ayers Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ayers Elementary?
27.8% of students at Ayers Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.1%
- Phone
- (925) 682-7686
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #26 of 47
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