Below Average
#8318 of 9,539 schools in CA
Empire Elementary
Elementary School · Empire Union Elementary
PO Box 1269, Empire, CA 95319
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,318 of 9,539
In Empire
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Empire Union Elementary
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Empire Elementary
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About Empire Elementary
Empire Elementary is a public elementary school in Empire, CA, part of Empire Union Elementary. Empire Elementary serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Empire Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,318 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Empire Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Empire Elementary runs 23.4:1 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.
65% of students at Empire 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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Empire Elementary — Students at Empire Elementary score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Empire Elementary Compares
See how Empire Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1269, Empire, CA 95319
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Empire Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sonoma Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Modesto), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lakewood Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Modesto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, La Rosa Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Ceres), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Empire, see our Empire schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Teel School in Empire Empire | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Norman N. Glick Middle Modesto | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Alice N. Stroud Elementary Modesto | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Peter Johansen High Modesto | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Bernard L. Hughes Elementary Modesto | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Christine Sipherd Elementary Modesto | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| HUGHSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hughson | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Capistrano Elementary Modesto | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Freedom Elementary Modesto | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Daniel J. Savage Middle Modesto | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Lakewood Elementary Modesto | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Samuel Vaughn Elementary Ceres | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Dickens (Billy Joe) High (Continuation) Hughson | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Valley Community Day Hughson | 3.2 mi | — |
| Mary Ann Sanders Elementary Modesto | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Sonoma Elementary Modesto | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Junior High Ceres | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| La Rosa Elementary Ceres | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Emilie J. Ross Middle Hughson | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Virginia Parks Elementary Modesto | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95319 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,904
Median Home Value
$328,800
Median Rent
$1,101/mo
Population
1,580
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
44.6%
Poverty Rate
24.8%
Median Age
36.9
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| Bay View Academy Monterey, CA | 4.2 |
| Bayside STEAM Academy Imperial Beach, CA | 4.2 |
| Bayview Elementary San Pablo, CA | 4.2 |
| Cambridge Elementary Orange, CA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Empire Elementary
What grades does Empire Elementary serve?
Empire Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Empire Elementary?
Empire Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Empire Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Empire Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Empire Elementary rank in CA?
Empire Elementary ranks #8,318 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Empire Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Empire Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Empire Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Empire Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Empire Elementary a charter school?
No, Empire Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Empire Elementary a Title I school?
No, Empire Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Empire Elementary?
90.6% of students at Empire 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
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Stanislaus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.7%
- Phone
- (209) 521-2970
Resources & Links
District
Empire Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,825
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,531
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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