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#4391 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 46% in state

Earl Legette Elementary

Elementary School · San Juan Unified

4623 Kenneth Ave., Fair Oaks, CA 95628

Enrollment

548

Student-Teacher

24.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,391 of 9,539

In Fair Oaks

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#8 of 65

San Juan Unified

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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6.6/10

Elementary School in Fair Oaks · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Earl Legette Elementary

Earl Legette Elementary is a public elementary school in Fair Oaks, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Earl Legette Elementary serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Earl Legette Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,391 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Earl Legette Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Earl Legette Elementary runs 24.9:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,374
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Earl Legette Elementary — Students at Earl Legette Elementary score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 56.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
49.4%
ELA
63.1%
2024
Math
49.2%
ELA
53%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Earl Legette Elementary Compares

See how Earl Legette Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in CA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Location

4623 Kenneth Ave., Fair Oaks, CA 95628

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Earl Legette Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MEL SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pershing Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Orangevale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ORANGEVALE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Orangevale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fair Oaks, see our Fair Oaks schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Northridge Elementary Fair Oaks 1.0 mi 5.6
Bella Vista High Fair Oaks 1.1 mi 6.3
El Sereno Alternative Education Fair Oaks 1.0 mi 7.5
Meraki High Fair Oaks 1.0 mi 7.3
Orangevale Open K-8 Fair Oaks 1.4 mi 5.5
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks 1.2 mi 5.3
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks 1.2 mi 5.5
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 Gold River 1.6 mi 5.1
Andrew Carnegie Middle Orangevale 1.7 mi 4.7
COUNTRY HILL MONTESSORI Fair Oaks 1.9 mi 5.1
ALMONDALE ACADEMY Orangevale 2.0 mi 5.1
ST MEL SCHOOL Fair Oaks 1.6 mi 7.8
Pershing Elementary Orangevale 1.9 mi 7.2
Orangevale Seventh-day Adventist Orangevale 2.0 mi
ORANGEVALE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Orangevale 2.0 mi 6.5
ST MARKS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Citrus Heights 2.1 mi 5.4
FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks 1.9 mi 5.7
Trajan Elementary Orangevale 2.5 mi 4.7
Kingswood K-8 Citrus Heights 2.2 mi 3.5
House of Bread Christian Academy Orangevale 2.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,582

Median Home Value

$615,400

Median Rent

$1,857/mo

Population

43,783

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

70.4%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Earl Legette Elementary

What grades does Earl Legette Elementary serve?

Earl Legette Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Earl Legette Elementary?

Earl Legette Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Earl Legette Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Earl Legette Elementary is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Earl Legette Elementary rank in CA?

Earl Legette Elementary ranks #4,391 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Earl Legette Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Earl Legette Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Earl Legette Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Earl Legette Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Earl Legette Elementary a charter school?

No, Earl Legette Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Earl Legette Elementary a Title I school?

No, Earl Legette Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Earl Legette Elementary?

34.1% of students at Earl Legette 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sacramento County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

San Juan Unified
District Enrollment
38,488
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,374
District Rank
#8 of 65

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