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#8625 of 9,539 schools in CA

Floyd A. Schelby

School · Merced County Office of Education

632 West 13th St., Merced, CA 95341

Enrollment

84

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#8,625 of 9,539

In Merced

#32 of 37

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Merced County Office of Education

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Floyd A. Schelby

4.0/10

School in Merced · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Floyd A. Schelby

Floyd A. Schelby is a public school in Merced, CA, part of Merced County Office of Education. Floyd A.

Schelby serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Floyd A. Schelby has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,625 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Floyd A. Schelby show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 84 students, Floyd A. Schelby is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Floyd A. Schelby sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

51% of students at Floyd A. Schelby 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-3.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
College Readiness2.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$65,270
Chronic Absenteeism51.2%

Floyd A. Schelby — Students at Floyd A. Schelby score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
30%
ELA
69.5%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.5/10.

How Floyd A. Schelby Compares

See how Floyd A. Schelby performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
10th percentile in CA
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.2%

Location

632 West 13th St., Merced, CA 95341

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Floyd A. Schelby may also want to explore other schools in the area. LONGVIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Livingston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GRACE MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Winton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Merced, see our Merced schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Campus Park Elementary Livingston 1.8 mi 6.1
Yamato Colony Elementary Livingston 1.8 mi 7.8
GRACE MENNONITE SCHOOL Winton 2.0 mi 4.3
Livingston High Livingston 2.1 mi 5.1
Cressey Elementary Ballico 2.7 mi 9.4
Selma Herndon Elementary Livingston 2.3 mi 5.7
LONGVIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Livingston 3.0 mi 4.8
Livingston Middle Livingston 3.0 mi 4.6
Winton Middle Winton 3.6 mi 7.1
Frank Sparkes Elementary Winton 3.7 mi 8.3
Sybil N. Crookham Elementary Winton 3.8 mi 5.8
Ballico-Cressey Community Charter Ballico 4.8 mi 5.0
Atwater High Atwater 4.0 mi 5.5
Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater 4.3 mi 7.0
Atwater Senior Academy Atwater 4.6 mi
Winfield Elementary Winton 4.4 mi 7.3
Mitchell Elementary Atwater 4.7 mi 5.7
Valley Atwater Community Merced 4.9 mi 6.2
Elmer Wood Elementary Atwater 4.7 mi 7.8
Mitchell Intermediate Atwater 4.8 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95341 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,516

Median Home Value

$295,300

Median Rent

$1,172/mo

Population

34,956

College Educated

7.8%

Homeownership

39.3%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

27.3%

Median Age

27.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Floyd A. Schelby

What grades does Floyd A. Schelby serve?

Floyd A. Schelby serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Floyd A. Schelby?

Floyd A. Schelby has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Floyd A. Schelby?

The student-teacher ratio at Floyd A. Schelby is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Floyd A. Schelby rank in CA?

Floyd A. Schelby ranks #8,625 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Floyd A. Schelby's MySchoolScout rating?

Floyd A. Schelby 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 Floyd A. Schelby?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Floyd A. Schelby has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Floyd A. Schelby a charter school?

No, Floyd A. Schelby is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Floyd A. Schelby a Title I school?

No, Floyd A. Schelby is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Floyd A. Schelby?

47.6% of students at Floyd A. Schelby 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Merced County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.2%

District

Merced County Office of Education
District Enrollment
1,810
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$65,270
District Rank
#5 of 7

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