Needs Improvement
#9385 of 9,539 schools in CA
Dyer-kelly Elementary
Elementary School · San Juan Unified
3101 Bell St., Sacramento, CA 95821
Enrollment
718
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
718
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,385 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#189 of 198
public schools
In district
#63 of 65
San Juan Unified
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Dyer-kelly Elementary
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About Dyer-kelly Elementary
Dyer-kelly Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Dyer-kelly Elementary serves approximately 718 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dyer-kelly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #9,385 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dyer-kelly Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Dyer-kelly 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.
35% of students at Dyer-kelly 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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Dyer-kelly Elementary — Students at Dyer-kelly Elementary score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Dyer-kelly Elementary Compares
See how Dyer-kelly Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3101 Bell St., Sacramento, CA 95821
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dyer-kelly Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PHILOMENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bell Avenue Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hagginwood Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,331
Median Home Value
$470,900
Median Rent
$1,342/mo
Population
38,372
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dyer-kelly Elementary
What grades does Dyer-kelly Elementary serve?
Dyer-kelly Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dyer-kelly Elementary?
Dyer-kelly Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 718 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dyer-kelly Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dyer-kelly 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 Dyer-kelly Elementary rank in CA?
Dyer-kelly Elementary ranks #9,385 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dyer-kelly Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dyer-kelly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Dyer-kelly Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dyer-kelly Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dyer-kelly Elementary a charter school?
No, Dyer-kelly Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dyer-kelly Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dyer-kelly Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dyer-kelly Elementary?
84.5% of students at Dyer-kelly 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
- 718
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (916) 971-7150
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #63 of 65
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