Below Average
#7394 of 9,539 schools in CA
David Reese Elementary
Elementary School · Elk Grove Unified
7600 Lindale Dr., Sacramento, CA 95828
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,394 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#112 of 198
public schools
In district
#60 of 67
Elk Grove Unified
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About David Reese Elementary
David Reese Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Elk Grove Unified. David Reese Elementary serves approximately 803 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. David Reese Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,394 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for David Reese Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at David Reese Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
David Reese Elementary runs 24.3:1 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.
49% of students at David Reese 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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David Reese Elementary — Students at David Reese Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
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.
* 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: 6.4/10.
How David Reese Elementary Compares
See how David Reese 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
7600 Lindale Dr., Sacramento, CA 95828
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David Reese Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Camellia Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Anna Kirchgater Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| James Rutter Middle Sacramento | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Samuel Kennedy Elementary Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Mustard Seed Sacramento | 0.6 mi | — |
| Homeo-Balance Academy Sacramento | 0.7 mi | — |
| Florin Elementary Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Fortune Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Camellia Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Daylor (William) High (Continuation) Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Las Flores High (Alternative) Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Al-Arqam Islamic School & College Preparatory Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| AL ARGAM ISLAMIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE PREPARATORY Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Elder Creek Elementary Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Rio Cazadero High (Continuation) Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Will C. Wood Middle Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Northern California Preparatory Sacramento | 1.8 mi | — |
| Anna Kirchgater Elementary Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Herman Leimbach Elementary Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Charles E. Mack Elementary Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95828 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,524
Median Home Value
$377,300
Median Rent
$1,709/mo
Population
60,532
College Educated
17.2%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
36.2
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| Avenal Elementary Avenal, CA | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David Reese Elementary
What grades does David Reese Elementary serve?
David Reese Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend David Reese Elementary?
David Reese Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 803 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David Reese Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at David Reese Elementary is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David Reese Elementary rank in CA?
David Reese Elementary ranks #7,394 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is David Reese Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
David Reese Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 David Reese Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David Reese Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is David Reese Elementary a charter school?
No, David Reese Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David Reese Elementary a Title I school?
No, David Reese Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David Reese Elementary?
81.6% of students at David Reese 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
- 803
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (916) 422-2450
Resources & Links
District
Elk Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 62,603
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,966
- District Rank
- #60 of 67
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