Below Average
#7623 of 9,539 schools in CA
EL Dorado Elementary
Elementary School · Stockton Unified
1540 North Lincoln St., Stockton, CA 95204
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,623 of 9,539
In Stockton
#68 of 109
public schools
In district
#35 of 54
Stockton Unified
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EL Dorado Elementary
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About EL Dorado Elementary
EL Dorado Elementary is a public elementary school in Stockton, CA, part of Stockton Unified. EL Dorado Elementary serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Dorado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,623 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for EL Dorado Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at EL Dorado 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.
EL Dorado Elementary runs 22.8:1 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.
63% of students at EL Dorado 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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EL Dorado Elementary — Students at EL Dorado Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How EL Dorado Elementary Compares
See how EL Dorado Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1540 North Lincoln St., Stockton, CA 95204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Dorado Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANNUNCIATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pittman Charter (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP University Park (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stockton, see our Stockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cathedral of the Annunciation School Stockton | 0.3 mi | — |
| ANNUNCIATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stockton | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| CATHEDRAL OF ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Stockton | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Stockton Accelerated Institute of Learning Stockton | 0.3 mi | — |
| STOCKTON ACCELERATED INSTITUTE Stockton | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Stockton Early College Academy Stockton | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Wilson Elementary Stockton | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| First Baptist Christian Schools Stockton | 1.0 mi | — |
| Cleveland Elementary Stockton | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Weber Institute Stockton | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Stockton High Stockton | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| KIPP University Park Stockton | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Pittman Charter Stockton | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Aspire APEX Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | 1.8 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL Stockton | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Voices College Bound Language Academy at Stockton San Jose | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Health Careers Academy Stockton | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Victory Elementary Stockton | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Stockton Collegiate International Secondary Stockton | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Stockton Collegiate International Elementary Stockton | 1.3 mi | 2.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,792
Median Home Value
$358,300
Median Rent
$1,381/mo
Population
31,028
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
36.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Addams Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Ansgar Larsen Elementary Oxnard, CA | 4.8 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Barbara Webster Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 4.8 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Dorado Elementary
What grades does EL Dorado Elementary serve?
EL Dorado Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend EL Dorado Elementary?
EL Dorado Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Dorado Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Dorado Elementary is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does EL Dorado Elementary rank in CA?
EL Dorado Elementary ranks #7,623 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is EL Dorado Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
EL Dorado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 EL Dorado Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Dorado Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is EL Dorado Elementary a charter school?
No, EL Dorado Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is EL Dorado Elementary a Title I school?
No, EL Dorado Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Dorado Elementary?
87.0% of students at EL Dorado 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
- 548
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.1%
- Phone
- (209) 933-7175
Resources & Links
District
Stockton Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,544
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,118
- District Rank
- #35 of 54
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