Very Good
#1880 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
Elmer Wood Elementary
Elementary School · Atwater Elementary
1271 West Bellevue Rd., Atwater, CA 95301
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,880 of 9,539
In Atwater
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Atwater Elementary
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Elmer Wood Elementary
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About Elmer Wood Elementary
Elmer Wood Elementary is a public elementary school in Atwater, CA, part of Atwater Elementary. Elmer Wood Elementary serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmer Wood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,880 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Elmer Wood Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Elmer Wood Elementary runs 23:1 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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Elmer Wood Elementary — Students at Elmer Wood Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 8.3/10.
How Elmer Wood Elementary Compares
See how Elmer Wood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1271 West Bellevue Rd., Atwater, CA 95301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elmer Wood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank Sparkes Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Winton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Franklin Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Merced), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Winfield Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Winton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Atwater, see our Atwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Atwater Senior Academy Atwater | 0.5 mi | — |
| Mitchell Intermediate Atwater | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Mitchell Elementary Atwater | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Thomas Olaeta Elementary Atwater | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Atwater High Atwater | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Peggy Heller Elementary Atwater | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Shaffer Elementary Atwater | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Bellevue Elementary Atwater | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Bellevue Senior Elementary Atwater | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Winton Middle Winton | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Frank Sparkes Elementary Winton | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Valley Atwater Community Merced | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Winfield Elementary Winton | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Sybil N. Crookham Elementary Winton | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Buhach Colony High Atwater | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| GRACE MENNONITE SCHOOL Winton | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| McSwain Elementary Merced | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Franklin Elementary Merced | 4.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Stone Ridge Christian Elementary School Merced | 4.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,669
Median Home Value
$367,800
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
42,374
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
56.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
34.5
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|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elmer Wood Elementary
What grades does Elmer Wood Elementary serve?
Elmer Wood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Elmer Wood Elementary?
Elmer Wood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elmer Wood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Elmer Wood Elementary is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elmer Wood Elementary rank in CA?
Elmer Wood Elementary ranks #1,880 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Elmer Wood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Elmer Wood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Elmer Wood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elmer Wood Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Elmer Wood Elementary a charter school?
No, Elmer Wood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elmer Wood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Elmer Wood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elmer Wood Elementary?
72.4% of students at Elmer Wood 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 507
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Merced County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.2%
- Phone
- (209) 357-6143
Resources & Links
District
Atwater Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,959
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,368
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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