Needs Improvement
#9524 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cambridge Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
1135 Lacey Ln., Concord, CA 94520
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
2.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
2.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,524 of 9,539
In Concord
#23 of 23
public schools
In district
#47 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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Cambridge Elementary
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About Cambridge Elementary
Cambridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Cambridge Elementary serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Cambridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,524 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Cambridge Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cambridge Elementary runs 26.5:1 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.
34% of students at Cambridge 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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Cambridge Elementary — Students at Cambridge Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
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: 1.9/10.
How Cambridge Elementary Compares
See how Cambridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1135 Lacey Ln., Concord, CA 94520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cambridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gregory Gardens Elementary (rated 4.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI (rated 4.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ygnacio Valley Elementary (rated 3.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Center, Inc.-Valley Campus Concord | 0.6 mi | — |
| SPECTRUM CENTER-VALLEY CAMPUS Concord | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Fair Oaks Elementary Pleasant Hill | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Meadow Homes Elementary Concord | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| CORE Education Academy Concord | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ygnacio Valley Elementary Concord | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| CORE EDUCATION ACADEMY Concord | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Oak Grove Middle Concord | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Orion Academy Concord | 1.4 mi | — |
| DE LA SALLE ACADEMY Concord | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| De La Salle Academy, Inc. Concord | 1.5 mi | — |
| Sonder Creek Academy Walnut Creek | 1.5 mi | — |
| Saint Francis of Assisi Concord | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Concord | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Sequoia Middle Pleasant Hill | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Gregory Gardens Elementary Pleasant Hill | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Anova Center for Education, Contra Costa Concord | 1.6 mi | — |
| ANOVA CENTER FOR EDUCATION Concord | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Carondelet High School Concord | 1.6 mi | — |
| CARONDELET HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,790
Median Home Value
$572,400
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
36,767
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
34.6
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| Birch Grove Primary Newark, CA | 2.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cambridge Elementary
What grades does Cambridge Elementary serve?
Cambridge Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cambridge Elementary?
Cambridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Elementary is 26.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cambridge Elementary rank in CA?
Cambridge Elementary ranks #9,524 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cambridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cambridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 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 Cambridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cambridge Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cambridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Cambridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cambridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cambridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cambridge Elementary?
71.8% of students at Cambridge 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
- 451
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.4%
- Phone
- (925) 686-4749
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #47 of 47
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