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Calpella Elementary
Elementary School · Ukiah Unified
151 Moore St., Ukiah, CA 95482
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,666 of 9,539
In Ukiah
#12 of 15
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
Ukiah Unified
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About Calpella Elementary
Calpella Elementary is a public elementary school in Ukiah, CA, part of Ukiah Unified. Calpella Elementary serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Calpella Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,666 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Calpella Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Calpella Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Calpella Elementary runs 22.7:1 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.
41% of students at Calpella Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Calpella Elementary — Students at Calpella Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Calpella Elementary Compares
See how Calpella Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
151 Moore St., Ukiah, CA 95482
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calpella Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tree of Life Charter (rated 8.8/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frank Zeek Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, River Oak Charter (rated 6.9/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ukiah, see our Ukiah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF MENDOCINO COUNTY Calpella | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| The Waldorf School of Mendocino County Calpella | 0.2 mi | — |
| Deep Valley Christian Redwood Valley | 2.3 mi | — |
| DEEP VALLEY CHRISTIAN Redwood Valley | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Eagle Peak Middle Redwood Valley | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Tree of Life Charter Ukiah | 4.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Redwood Collegiate Academy Ukiah | 4.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Ukiah High Ukiah | 4.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Sequoia Career Academy Ukiah | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Ukiah Independent Study Academy Ukiah | 4.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Frank Zeek Elementary Ukiah | 5.0 mi | 7.5 |
| West Hills Juvenile Hall Court Ukiah | 5.1 mi | — |
| Mendocino County Community Ukiah | 5.1 mi | — |
| Orr Creek Ukiah | 5.1 mi | — |
| Pomolita Middle Ukiah | 5.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Oak Manor Elementary Ukiah | 5.9 mi | 5.1 |
| South Valley High (Continuation) Ukiah | 6.0 mi | 5.8 |
| River Oak Charter Ukiah | 6.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Yokayo Elementary Ukiah | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MARY AT THE ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ukiah | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95482 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,063
Median Home Value
$473,000
Median Rent
$1,335/mo
Population
33,396
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calpella Elementary
What grades does Calpella Elementary serve?
Calpella Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Calpella Elementary?
Calpella Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calpella Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Calpella Elementary is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Calpella Elementary rank in CA?
Calpella Elementary ranks #6,666 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Calpella Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Calpella Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Calpella Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Calpella Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Calpella Elementary a charter school?
No, Calpella Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Calpella Elementary a Title I school?
No, Calpella Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calpella Elementary?
80.9% of students at Calpella 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Mendocino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (707) 472-5630
Resources & Links
District
Ukiah Unified- District Enrollment
- 5,814
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,478
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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