Fort Ross Elementary

Fort Ross Elementary is a public elementary school in Cazadero, CA, part of the Fort Ross Elementary. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.5:1. Students demonstrate 22% proficiency in math, 14 points below the state average and 65% in reading/language arts, 18 points above the state average.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $76,905, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.

With an enrollment of 15 students, Fort Ross Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.5:1, Fort Ross Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Fort Ross Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.