Excellent
#1120 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 12% in state
Donald L. Rheem Elementary
Elementary School · Moraga Elementary
90 Laird Dr., Moraga, CA 94556
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,120 of 9,539
In Moraga
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Moraga Elementary
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Donald L. Rheem Elementary
Donald L. Rheem Elementary is a public elementary school in Moraga, CA, part of Moraga Elementary. Donald L.
Rheem Elementary serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Donald L. Rheem Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,120 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Donald L. Rheem Elementary show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Donald L. Rheem Elementary runs 23.2:1 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
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Donald L. Rheem Elementary — Students at Donald L. Rheem Elementary score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10%
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: 7.7/10.
How Donald L. Rheem Elementary Compares
See how Donald L. Rheem Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
90 Laird Dr., Moraga, CA 94556
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Donald L. Rheem Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glorietta Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Orinda), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lafayette Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Del Rey Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Orinda), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Moraga, see our Moraga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Radiant Blossom Moraga | 0.3 mi | — |
| ORION ACADEMY Moraga | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Campolindo High Moraga | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Los Perales Elementary Moraga | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Orinda Intermediate Orinda | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Miramonte High Orinda | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Del Rey Elementary Orinda | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| The Saklan School Moraga | 1.7 mi | — |
| THE SAKLAN SCHOOL Moraga | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ST PERPETUA SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| St. Perpetua Lafayette | 1.9 mi | — |
| CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Lafayette | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Contra Costa Jewish Day School Lafayette | 2.2 mi | — |
| Joaquin Moraga Intermediate Moraga | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Glorietta Elementary Orinda | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Lafayette Elementary Lafayette | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| M. H. Stanley Middle Lafayette | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| CENTER OF ARTS TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE Lafayette | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Camino Pablo Elementary Moraga | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Burton Valley Elementary Lafayette | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$199,300
Median Home Value
$1,594,100
Median Rent
$3,119/mo
Population
15,922
College Educated
80.8%
Homeownership
84.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
43.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Santa Barbara, CA | 8.3 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.3 |
| Alvarado Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.3 |
| Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield, CA | 8.3 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.3 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Donald L. Rheem Elementary
What grades does Donald L. Rheem Elementary serve?
Donald L. Rheem Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Donald L. Rheem Elementary?
Donald L. Rheem Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Donald L. Rheem Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Donald L. Rheem Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Donald L. Rheem Elementary rank in CA?
Donald L. Rheem Elementary ranks #1,120 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Donald L. Rheem Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Donald L. Rheem Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Donald L. Rheem Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Donald L. Rheem Elementary has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Donald L. Rheem Elementary a charter school?
No, Donald L. Rheem Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Donald L. Rheem Elementary a Title I school?
No, Donald L. Rheem Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Donald L. Rheem Elementary?
10.0% of students at Donald L. Rheem 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 440
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.5%
- Phone
- (925) 376-4441
Resources & Links
District
Moraga Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,775
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,252
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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