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#4689 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Cordova Gardens Elementary
Elementary School · Folsom-Cordova Unified
2400 Dawes St., Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,689 of 9,539
In Rancho Cordova
#6 of 18
public schools
In district
#20 of 34
Folsom-Cordova Unified
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Cordova Gardens Elementary
Cordova Gardens Elementary is a public elementary school in Rancho Cordova, CA, part of Folsom-Cordova Unified. Cordova Gardens Elementary serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cordova Gardens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,689 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cordova Gardens Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Cordova Gardens 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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Cordova Gardens Elementary — Students at Cordova Gardens Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Cordova Gardens Elementary Compares
See how Cordova Gardens 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
2400 Dawes St., Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cordova Gardens Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverview STEM Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Peter J. Shields Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rancho Cordova, see our Rancho Cordova schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cordova High Rancho Cordova | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Mills Middle Rancho Cordova | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Cordova Meadows Elementary Rancho Cordova | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Rancho Cordova | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| St. John Vianney Catholic School Rancho Cordova | 0.7 mi | — |
| Peter J. Shields Elementary Rancho Cordova | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| CORDOVA BAPTIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Rancho Cordova | 0.8 mi | — |
| White Rock Elementary Rancho Cordova | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Rancho Cordova Elementary Rancho Cordova | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Cordova Villa Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| EL RANCHO SCHOOL Carmichael | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Riverview STEM Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Mary Deterding Elementary Carmichael | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Del Dayo Elementary Carmichael | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Williamson Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Innovations Academy Rancho Cordova | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Walnutwood High (Independent Study) Rancho Cordova | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| George Washington Carver School of Arts and Science Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Foundations Academy Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,414
Median Home Value
$463,100
Median Rent
$1,693/mo
Population
59,314
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cordova Gardens Elementary
What grades does Cordova Gardens Elementary serve?
Cordova Gardens Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cordova Gardens Elementary?
Cordova Gardens Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cordova Gardens Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cordova Gardens Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cordova Gardens Elementary rank in CA?
Cordova Gardens Elementary ranks #4,689 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cordova Gardens Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cordova Gardens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Cordova Gardens Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cordova Gardens Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cordova Gardens Elementary a charter school?
No, Cordova Gardens Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cordova Gardens Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cordova Gardens Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cordova Gardens Elementary?
83.4% of students at Cordova Gardens 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.8%
- Phone
- (916) 294-9115
Resources & Links
District
Folsom-Cordova Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,977
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,050
- District Rank
- #20 of 34
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