Below Average
#8407 of 9,539 schools in CA
D. W. Babcock Elementary
Elementary School · Twin Rivers Unified
2400 Cormorant Way, Sacramento, CA 95815
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,407 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#152 of 198
public schools
In district
#36 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
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D. W. Babcock Elementary
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About D. W. Babcock Elementary
D. W. Babcock Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified.
D. W. Babcock Elementary serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
D. W. Babcock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,407 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for D. W. Babcock Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
D. W. Babcock Elementary runs 21.6:1 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.
56% of students at D. W. Babcock 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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D. W. Babcock Elementary — Students at D. W. Babcock Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
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: 3.4/10.
How D. W. Babcock Elementary Compares
See how D. W. Babcock Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2400 Cormorant Way, Sacramento, CA 95815
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering D. W. Babcock Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PHILOMENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hagginwood Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Woodlake Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,590
Median Home Value
$298,400
Median Rent
$1,448/mo
Population
26,511
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about D. W. Babcock Elementary
What grades does D. W. Babcock Elementary serve?
D. W. Babcock Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend D. W. Babcock Elementary?
D. W. Babcock Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at D. W. Babcock Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at D. W. Babcock Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does D. W. Babcock Elementary rank in CA?
D. W. Babcock Elementary ranks #8,407 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is D. W. Babcock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
D. W. Babcock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 D. W. Babcock Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, D. W. Babcock Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is D. W. Babcock Elementary a charter school?
No, D. W. Babcock Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is D. W. Babcock Elementary a Title I school?
No, D. W. Babcock Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for D. W. Babcock Elementary?
90.5% of students at D. W. Babcock 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
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.4%
- Phone
- (916) 566-3415
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #36 of 43
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