Needs Improvement
#8880 of 9,539 schools in CA
Greer Elementary
Elementary School · San Juan Unified
1300 Bell St., Sacramento, CA 95825
Enrollment
708
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
708
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,880 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#171 of 198
public schools
In district
#51 of 65
San Juan Unified
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About Greer Elementary
Greer Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Greer Elementary serves approximately 708 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Greer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,880 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Greer Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Greer Elementary runs 25.3:1 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.
57% of students at Greer 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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Greer Elementary — Students at Greer Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.0/10.
How Greer Elementary Compares
See how Greer Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1300 Bell St., Sacramento, CA 95825
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greer Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Caleb Greenwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHALOM SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Encina Preparatory High Sacramento | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Katherine Johnson Middle Sacramento | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Shalom School Sacramento | 0.8 mi | — |
| SHALOM SCHOOL Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Palmiter Special Education Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./Sr. High Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Howe Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Gateway International Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Aspire Alexander Twilight Secondary Academy Oakland | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Aspire Alexander Twilight College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ST PHILOMENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Philomene Dual Language School Sacramento | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST IGNATIUS PARISH SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Ignatius School Sacramento | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sacramento Country Day School Sacramento | 1.5 mi | — |
| SACRAMENTO COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Cottage Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Serenity Stars Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| Caleb Greenwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95825 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,264
Median Home Value
$433,500
Median Rent
$1,582/mo
Population
37,077
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
24.8%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
32.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greer Elementary
What grades does Greer Elementary serve?
Greer Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Greer Elementary?
Greer Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 708 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greer Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Greer Elementary is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Greer Elementary rank in CA?
Greer Elementary ranks #8,880 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Greer Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Greer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Greer Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Greer Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Greer Elementary a charter school?
No, Greer Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Greer Elementary a Title I school?
No, Greer Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greer Elementary?
72.9% of students at Greer 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 708
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.3%
- Phone
- (916) 971-7157
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #51 of 65
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