Below Average
#7827 of 9,539 schools in CA
Gretchen Higgins Elementary
Elementary School · Dixon Unified
1525 Pembroke Way, Dixon, CA 95620
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,827 of 9,539
In Dixon
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Dixon Unified
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Gretchen Higgins Elementary
Elementary School in Dixon · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gretchen Higgins Elementary
Gretchen Higgins Elementary is a public elementary school in Dixon, CA, part of Dixon Unified. Gretchen Higgins Elementary serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gretchen Higgins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,827 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gretchen Higgins Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gretchen Higgins Elementary runs 24.9:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Gretchen Higgins Elementary — Students at Gretchen Higgins Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
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: 5.2/10.
How Gretchen Higgins Elementary Compares
See how Gretchen Higgins Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1525 Pembroke Way, Dixon, CA 95620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gretchen Higgins Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairfield Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Davis), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert E. Willett Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Davis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dixon Montessori Charter (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dixon, see our Dixon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dixon Montessori Charter Dixon | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Maine Prairie High (Continuation) Dixon | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy Dixon | 1.2 mi | — |
| Chesterton Academy at Valley of the Sacred Heart Dixon | 1.2 mi | — |
| VALLEY OF THE SACRED HEART ACADEMY Dixon | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| John Knight Middle Dixon | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Tremont Elementary Dixon | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dixon | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Neighborhood Christian School Dixon | 1.5 mi | — |
| Dixon High Dixon | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Countryside Schoolhouse Dixon | 1.7 mi | — |
| Fairfield Elementary Davis | 6.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Grace Valley Christian Academy Davis | 5.9 mi | — |
| REDBUD MONTESSORI Davis | 6.0 mi | — |
| Redbud Montessori Davis | 6.1 mi | — |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High Davis | 6.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Patwin Elementary Davis | 7.0 mi | 7.4 |
| TENDER LEARNING CARE Davis | 7.2 mi | — |
| Robert E. Willett Elementary Davis | 7.3 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,224
Median Home Value
$594,900
Median Rent
$1,716/mo
Population
22,367
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
34.7
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| Adams Elementary Riverside, CA | 4.6 |
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| Buckeye School of the Arts Redding, CA | 4.6 |
| Bursch Elementary Compton, CA | 4.6 |
| Carson Elementary San Diego, CA | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gretchen Higgins Elementary
What grades does Gretchen Higgins Elementary serve?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gretchen Higgins Elementary?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gretchen Higgins Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gretchen Higgins Elementary is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gretchen Higgins Elementary rank in CA?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary ranks #7,827 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gretchen Higgins Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Gretchen Higgins Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gretchen Higgins Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gretchen Higgins Elementary a charter school?
No, Gretchen Higgins Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gretchen Higgins Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gretchen Higgins Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gretchen Higgins Elementary?
76.7% of students at Gretchen Higgins 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.5%
- Phone
- (707) 693-6380
Resources & Links
District
Dixon Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,037
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,365
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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