Below Average
#8187 of 9,539 schools in CA
Caswell Elementary
Elementary School · Ceres Unified
PO Box 307, Ceres, CA 95307
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,187 of 9,539
In Ceres
#16 of 23
public schools
In district
#16 of 23
Ceres Unified
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Caswell Elementary
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About Caswell Elementary
Caswell Elementary is a public elementary school in Ceres, CA, part of Ceres Unified. Caswell Elementary serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Caswell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,187 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Caswell Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Caswell Elementary runs 23.6:1 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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Caswell Elementary — Students at Caswell Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 3.2/10.
How Caswell Elementary Compares
See how Caswell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 307, Ceres, CA 95307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Caswell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lucas Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is M. Robert Adkison Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sinclear Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ceres, see our Ceres schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Aspire Summit Charter Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Ceres High Ceres | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Mae Hensley Junior High Ceres | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Stanislaus County Special Education Modesto | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Carroll Fowler Elementary Ceres | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Walter White Elementary Ceres | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| M. Robert Adkison Elementary Ceres | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Ceres Special Education Ceres | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Virginia Parks Elementary Modesto | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Argus High (Continuation) Ceres | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Endeavor Alternative Ceres | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Blaker-Kinser Junior High Ceres | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Don Pedro Elementary Ceres | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Petersen Alternative Center for Education at John B Allard Ceres | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Lucas Elementary Ceres | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Central Valley High Ceres | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Sinclear Elementary Ceres | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Tuolumne Elementary Modesto | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Orville Wright Elementary Modesto | 1.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Samuel Vaughn Elementary Ceres | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,101
Median Home Value
$402,300
Median Rent
$1,455/mo
Population
46,209
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
32.8
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| B. Gale Wilson Middle Fairfield, CA | 4.3 |
| Barton (Clara) Elementary Anaheim, CA | 4.3 |
| Bear Gulch Elementary Rancho Cucamonga, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Caswell Elementary
What grades does Caswell Elementary serve?
Caswell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Caswell Elementary?
Caswell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Caswell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Caswell Elementary is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Caswell Elementary rank in CA?
Caswell Elementary ranks #8,187 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Caswell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Caswell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Caswell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Caswell Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Caswell Elementary a charter school?
No, Caswell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Caswell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Caswell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Caswell Elementary?
78.9% of students at Caswell 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 636
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Stanislaus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (209) 556-1620
Resources & Links
District
Ceres Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,868
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,065
- District Rank
- #16 of 23
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