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#7017 of 9,539 schools in CA
Elmwood Elementary
Elementary School · Stockton Unified
840 South Cardinal Ave., Stockton, CA 95215
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,017 of 9,539
In Stockton
#56 of 109
public schools
In district
#24 of 54
Stockton Unified
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Elmwood Elementary
Elmwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Stockton, CA, part of Stockton Unified. Elmwood Elementary serves approximately 681 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,017 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Elmwood Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Elmwood 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.
Elmwood Elementary runs 25.2:1 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.
41% of students at Elmwood 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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Elmwood Elementary — Students at Elmwood Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
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: 7.0/10.
How Elmwood Elementary Compares
See how Elmwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
840 South Cardinal Ave., Stockton, CA 95215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elmwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. August Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glenwood Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, King Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Stockton, see our Stockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wilhelmina Henry Elementary Stockton | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Franklin High Stockton | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Stockton | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| King Elementary Stockton | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Montezuma Elementary Stockton | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Fillmore Elementary Stockton | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Glenwood Elementary Stockton | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Aspire Rosa Parks Academy Oakland | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Waverly Elementary Stockton | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Centro Vida Christian Academy Stockton | 2.2 mi | — |
| Alexander Hamilton Elementary Stockton | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| August Elementary Stockton | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Monroe Elementary Stockton | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| John C. Fremont Elementary Stockton | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Sacred CG Family Academy Stockton | 3.1 mi | — |
| Van Buren Elementary Stockton | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Edward C. Merlo Institute of Environmental Studies Stockton | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Dr. Lewis Dolphin Stallworth Sr. Charter Stockton | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Aspire Stockton 6-12 Secondary Academy Stockton | 3.2 mi | 3.6 |
| one.Charter Stockton | 3.7 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,189
Median Home Value
$378,900
Median Rent
$1,254/mo
Population
26,032
College Educated
9.4%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
38.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elmwood Elementary
What grades does Elmwood Elementary serve?
Elmwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Elmwood Elementary?
Elmwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 681 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elmwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Elmwood Elementary is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elmwood Elementary rank in CA?
Elmwood Elementary ranks #7,017 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Elmwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Elmwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Elmwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elmwood Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Elmwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Elmwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elmwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Elmwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elmwood Elementary?
78.0% of students at Elmwood 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
- 681
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (209) 933-7180
Resources & Links
District
Stockton Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,544
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,118
- District Rank
- #24 of 54
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