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#4611 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Evergreen Elementary
Elementary School · Yreka Union Elementary
416 Evergreen Ln., Yreka, CA 96097
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,611 of 9,539
In Yreka
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Yreka Union Elementary
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Evergreen Elementary
Elementary School in Yreka · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Evergreen Elementary
Evergreen Elementary is a public elementary school in Yreka, CA, part of Yreka Union Elementary. Evergreen Elementary serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Evergreen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,611 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Evergreen Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Evergreen 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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Evergreen Elementary — Students at Evergreen Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Evergreen Elementary Compares
See how Evergreen Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
416 Evergreen Ln., Yreka, CA 96097
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Evergreen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fort Jones Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Jones), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montague Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Montague), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hornbrook Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Hornbrook), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Yreka, see our Yreka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Siskiyou County Special Education Yreka | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Jackson Street Elementary Yreka | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Northern United - Siskiyou Charter Eureka | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| YREKA SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yreka | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Yreka Adventist Christian School Yreka | 0.6 mi | — |
| Covenant Chapel Bible Academy Yreka | 0.9 mi | — |
| COVENANT CHAPEL BIBLE ACADEMY Yreka | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Yreka Union High Community Day Yreka | 0.9 mi | — |
| Discovery High Yreka | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Yreka High Yreka | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Delphic Elementary Montague | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Montague Elementary Montague | 6.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Grenada Elementary Grenada | 8.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Hornbrook Elementary Hornbrook | 13.5 mi | 7.3 |
| SCOTT VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Jones | 12.0 mi | — |
| Willow Creek Elementary Montague | 12.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Scott Valley Junior High Fort Jones | 13.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Borchard Academy Fort Jones | 13.1 mi | — |
| Fort Jones Elementary Fort Jones | 13.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Gazelle Elementary Gazelle | 15.4 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96097 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,105
Median Home Value
$256,400
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
10,220
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Evergreen Elementary
What grades does Evergreen Elementary serve?
Evergreen Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Evergreen Elementary?
Evergreen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Evergreen Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Evergreen Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Evergreen Elementary rank in CA?
Evergreen Elementary ranks #4,611 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Evergreen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Evergreen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Evergreen Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Evergreen Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Evergreen Elementary a charter school?
No, Evergreen Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Evergreen Elementary a Title I school?
No, Evergreen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Evergreen Elementary?
74.6% of students at Evergreen 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Siskiyou County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (530) 842-4912
Resources & Links
District
Yreka Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 869
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,593
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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