Below Average
#8616 of 9,539 schools in CA
Federal Terrace Elementary
Elementary School · Vallejo City Unified
415 Daniels St., Vallejo, CA 94590
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
27.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
27.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,616 of 9,539
In Vallejo
#14 of 24
public schools
In district
#10 of 19
Vallejo City Unified
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Federal Terrace Elementary
Elementary School in Vallejo · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Federal Terrace Elementary
Federal Terrace Elementary is a public elementary school in Vallejo, CA, part of Vallejo City Unified. Federal Terrace Elementary serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Federal Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,616 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Federal Terrace Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Federal Terrace Elementary runs 27.1:1 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.
62% of students at Federal Terrace 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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Federal Terrace Elementary — Students at Federal Terrace Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
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: 4.5/10.
How Federal Terrace Elementary Compares
See how Federal Terrace Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
415 Daniels St., Vallejo, CA 94590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Federal Terrace Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Caliber: ChangeMakers Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BASIL'S (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST VINCENT FERRER SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vallejo, see our Vallejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Caliber: ChangeMakers Academy Richmond | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Vincent Ferrer School Vallejo | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST VINCENT FERRER SCHOOL Vallejo | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| MIT Griffin Academy Middle Vallejo | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Griffin Academy High Vallejo | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary Vallejo | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Vallejo High Vallejo | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| John Finney High (Continuation) Vallejo | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Vallejo Adult Transition Vallejo | 1.5 mi | — |
| SPECIAL TOUCH LEARNING & TRAINING ACADEMY #1 Vallejo | 1.5 mi | — |
| Mare Island Health and Fitness Academy Vallejo | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Johnston Cooper Elementary Vallejo | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
| Dan Mini Elementary Vallejo | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| ST BASIL'S Vallejo | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Life and Truth Academy Vallejo | 1.8 mi | — |
| Elite Public Vallejo | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MUSTARD SEED PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Vallejo | 2.1 mi | — |
| Highland Elementary Vallejo | 2.0 mi | 2.0 |
| Mare Island Technology Academy Vallejo | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| MIT Academy Vallejo | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,957
Median Home Value
$510,700
Median Rent
$1,768/mo
Population
37,401
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Federal Terrace Elementary
What grades does Federal Terrace Elementary serve?
Federal Terrace Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Federal Terrace Elementary?
Federal Terrace Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Federal Terrace Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Federal Terrace Elementary is 27.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Federal Terrace Elementary rank in CA?
Federal Terrace Elementary ranks #8,616 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Federal Terrace Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Federal Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Federal Terrace Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Federal Terrace Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Federal Terrace Elementary a charter school?
No, Federal Terrace Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Federal Terrace Elementary a Title I school?
No, Federal Terrace Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Federal Terrace Elementary?
84.9% of students at Federal Terrace 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
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.6%
- Phone
- (707) 556-8460
Resources & Links
District
Vallejo City Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,856
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,175
- District Rank
- #10 of 19
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