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#9434 of 9,539 schools in CA
Dan O. Root Elementary
Elementary School · Fairfield-Suisun Unified
820 Harrier Dr., Suisun City, CA 94585
Enrollment
758
Student-Teacher
27.1:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
758
Student-Teacher
27.1:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,434 of 9,539
In Suisun City
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#27 of 29
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
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Dan O. Root Elementary
Elementary School in Suisun City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dan O. Root Elementary
Dan O. Root Elementary is a public elementary school in Suisun City, CA, part of Fairfield-Suisun Unified. Dan O.
Root Elementary serves approximately 758 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 27.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dan O. Root Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #9,434 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dan O. Root Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Dan O. Root Elementary runs 27.1:1 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.
35% of students at Dan O. Root 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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Dan O. Root Elementary — Students at Dan O. Root Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 1.6/10.
How Dan O. Root Elementary Compares
See how Dan O. Root Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
820 Harrier Dr., Suisun City, CA 94585
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dan O. Root Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dover Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crescent Elementary (rated 3.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Suisun), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Suisun City, see our Suisun City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tolenas Academy of Music and Media Fairfield | 0.8 mi | 1.8 |
| Suisun Elementary Suisun City | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Crescent Elementary Suisun | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Grange Middle Fairfield | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| H. Glenn Richardson Fairfield | 1.6 mi | — |
| Solano County Special Education Fairfield | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Solano County Community Fairfield | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| TATER TOTS CHRISTIAN KINDERGARTEN Fairfield | 2.0 mi | — |
| A+ homeschool Fairfield | 1.7 mi | — |
| Cleo Gordon Elementary Fairfield | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Anna Kyle Elementary Fairfield | 1.9 mi | 2.6 |
| FAIRFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairfield | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Fairfield | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Laurel Creek Elementary Fairfield | 2.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Crystal Middle Suisun City | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Dover Elementary Fairfield | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Armijo High Fairfield | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairfield High Fairfield | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Sem Yeto Continuation High Fairfield | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| P3 ACADEMY Fairfield | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94585 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,713
Median Home Value
$551,400
Median Rent
$2,156/mo
Population
29,290
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
35.6
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|---|---|
| Anna Kyle Elementary Fairfield, CA | 2.6 |
| Harder Elementary Hayward, CA | 2.6 |
| Little Lake Elementary Hemet, CA | 2.6 |
| Naranca Elementary El Cajon, CA | 2.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Fresno, CA | 2.6 |
| Sycamore Rocks Elementary Apple Valley, CA | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dan O. Root Elementary
What grades does Dan O. Root Elementary serve?
Dan O. Root Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Dan O. Root Elementary?
Dan O. Root Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 758 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dan O. Root Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dan O. Root Elementary is 27.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dan O. Root Elementary rank in CA?
Dan O. Root Elementary ranks #9,434 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dan O. Root Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dan O. Root Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Dan O. Root Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dan O. Root Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dan O. Root Elementary a charter school?
No, Dan O. Root Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dan O. Root Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dan O. Root Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dan O. Root Elementary?
67.3% of students at Dan O. Root 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 758
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (707) 421-4240
Resources & Links
District
Fairfield-Suisun Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,413
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,681
- District Rank
- #27 of 29
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