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Dunsmuir Elementary
Elementary School · Dunsmuir Elementary
4760 Siskiyou Ave., Dunsmuir, CA 96025
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,239 of 9,539
In Dunsmuir
#2 of 2
public schools
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Dunsmuir Elementary
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About Dunsmuir Elementary
Dunsmuir Elementary is a public elementary school in Dunsmuir, CA, part of Dunsmuir Elementary. Dunsmuir Elementary serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dunsmuir Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,239 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dunsmuir Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, Dunsmuir Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Dunsmuir Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
70% of students at Dunsmuir 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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Dunsmuir Elementary — Students at Dunsmuir Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 4.5/10.
How Dunsmuir Elementary Compares
See how Dunsmuir Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4760 Siskiyou Ave., Dunsmuir, CA 96025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dunsmuir Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Butteville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Weed), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mt. Shasta Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Mount Shasta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montgomery Creek Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 32.3 miles away, in nearby Montgomery Creek), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dunsmuir, see our Dunsmuir schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dunsmuir High Dunsmuir | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Golden Eagle Charter Mount Shasta | 5.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Castle Rock Elementary Castella | 6.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Mt. Shasta Elementary Mount Shasta | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| The Gathering Christian Academy Mount Shasta | 6.5 mi | — |
| Sisson Mount Shasta | 6.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Mount Shasta High Mount Shasta | 6.7 mi | 6.7 |
| McCloud High Mccloud | 7.5 mi | — |
| McCloud Elementary Mccloud | 7.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Weed High Weed | 14.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Weed Elementary Weed | 14.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Butteville Elementary Weed | 17.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Tribe of Gad Creative Learning Homeschool Montague | 23.3 mi | — |
| Gazelle Elementary Gazelle | 24.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Big Springs Elementary Montague | 28.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Coffee Creek Elementary Trinity Center | 24.8 mi | — |
| Grenada Elementary Grenada | 31.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Trinity Center Elementary Trinity Center | 28.1 mi | — |
| Little Shasta Elementary Montague | 34.0 mi | — |
| Montgomery Creek Elementary Montgomery Creek | 32.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,714
Median Home Value
$271,900
Median Rent
$930/mo
Population
2,150
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
66.4%
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
51.4
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| RAMONA LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL Ramona, CA | 5.0 |
| Bates Elementary Courtland, CA | 4.9 |
| COUNTRY HILL MONTESSORI Fair Oaks, CA | 5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dunsmuir Elementary
What grades does Dunsmuir Elementary serve?
Dunsmuir Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Dunsmuir Elementary?
Dunsmuir Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dunsmuir Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dunsmuir Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dunsmuir Elementary rank in CA?
Dunsmuir Elementary ranks #7,239 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dunsmuir Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dunsmuir Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Dunsmuir Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dunsmuir Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dunsmuir Elementary a charter school?
No, Dunsmuir Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dunsmuir Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dunsmuir Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dunsmuir Elementary?
86.8% of students at Dunsmuir 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
- 76
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Siskiyou County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.7%
- Phone
- (530) 235-4828
Resources & Links
District
Dunsmuir Elementary- District Enrollment
- 76
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,817
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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