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Central Elementary

Elementary School · Tracy Joint Unified

200 West Eaton Ave., Tracy, CA 95376

Enrollment

426

Student-Teacher

21.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,519 of 9,539

In Tracy

#20 of 31

public schools

In district

#12 of 18

Tracy Joint Unified

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Central Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Tracy · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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7.6/10

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About Central Elementary

Central Elementary is a public elementary school in Tracy, CA, part of Tracy Joint Unified. Central Elementary serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,519 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Central Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Central Elementary runs 21.3:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.7 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,876
Chronic Absenteeism29.6%

Central Elementary — Students at Central Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 29.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
22.7%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
17.4%
ELA
29.1%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Central Elementary Compares

See how Central Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in CA
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.6%

Location

200 West Eaton Ave., Tracy, CA 95376

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Central Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Primary Charter (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BERNARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tracy, see our Tracy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BERNARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tracy 0.1 mi 6.5
Millennium Charter Tracy 0.3 mi 7.6
Discovery Charter Tracy 0.3 mi 5.0
Primary Charter Tracy 0.3 mi 8.4
Tracy High Tracy 0.5 mi 5.5
TRACY SDA SCHOOL Tracy 0.6 mi
Tracy Seventh-day Adventist Christian Tracy 0.6 mi
Duncan-Russell Community Day Tracy 0.6 mi
George and Evelyn Stein Continuation Tracy 0.6 mi 6.1
McKinley Elementary Tracy 0.6 mi 5.5
Monte Vista Middle Tracy 0.6 mi 6.4
Grace Mennonite School Winton 0.9 mi
North Elementary Tracy 1.0 mi 4.9
BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy 0.8 mi 6.0
Louis A. Bohn Elementary Tracy 1.1 mi 4.5
South/West Park Elementary Tracy 1.1 mi 5.8
Louis J. Villalovoz Elementary Tracy 1.2 mi 5.8
Merrill F. West High Tracy 1.1 mi 6.2
Earle E. Williams Middle Tracy 1.3 mi 5.4
WEST VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy 1.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,493

Median Home Value

$588,200

Median Rent

$2,023/mo

Population

54,853

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

60.6%

Avg Commute

40.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Central Elementary

What grades does Central Elementary serve?

Central Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Central Elementary?

Central Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Central Elementary rank in CA?

Central Elementary ranks #6,519 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Central Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Central 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 Central Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Central Elementary a charter school?

No, Central Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Central Elementary a Title I school?

No, Central Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Elementary?

90.6% of students at Central 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
San Joaquin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.6%

District

Tracy Joint Unified
District Enrollment
13,846
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,876
District Rank
#12 of 18

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