Below Average
#7946 of 9,539 schools in CA
Guerneville Elementary (charter)
Elementary School · Guerneville Elementary
14630 Armstrong Woods Rd., Guerneville, CA 95446
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,946 of 9,539
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Guerneville Elementary (charter)
Elementary School in Guerneville · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Guerneville Elementary (charter)
Guerneville Elementary (charter) is a public elementary school in Guerneville, CA, part of Guerneville Elementary. Guerneville Elementary (charter) serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Guerneville Elementary (charter) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,946 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Guerneville Elementary (charter) show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 190 students, Guerneville Elementary (charter) 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.
Guerneville Elementary (charter) is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Guerneville Elementary (charter) 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.
Score Breakdown
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Guerneville Elementary (charter) — Students at Guerneville Elementary (charter) score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 2.1/10.
How Guerneville Elementary (charter) Compares
See how Guerneville Elementary (charter) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14630 Armstrong Woods Rd., Guerneville, CA 95446
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guerneville Elementary (charter) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Healdsburg Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Healdsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Side Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Healdsburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harmony Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Occidental), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Guerneville, see our Guerneville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| California Pacific Charter - Sonoma Costa Mesa | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Guerneville Primary Guerneville | 0.0 mi | — |
| Monte Rio Elementary Monte Rio | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Montgomery Elementary Cazadero | 5.5 mi | — |
| Laguna High Forestville | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| West Sonoma County Consortium Sebastopol | 6.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Forestville Elementary Forestville | 6.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Forestville Academy Forestville | 6.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Sonoma Earth School Forestville | 6.5 mi | — |
| SONOMA EARTH SCHOOL Forestville | 6.6 mi | — |
| West Side Elementary Healdsburg | 7.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Salmon Creek School - A Charter Occidental | 9.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Harmony Elementary Occidental | 9.2 mi | 8.5 |
| PLUMFIELD ACADEMY Sebastopol | 9.2 mi | — |
| Plumfield Academy Sebastopol | 9.2 mi | — |
| Oak Grove Elementary Sebastopol | 9.0 mi | 7.4 |
| THE HEALDSBURG SCHOOL Healdsburg | 9.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Healdsburg | 9.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Healdsburg Junior High Healdsburg | 10.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Healdsburg Elementary Healdsburg | 10.2 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95446 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,643
Median Home Value
$585,900
Median Rent
$1,546/mo
Population
4,808
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
53
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guerneville Elementary (charter)
What grades does Guerneville Elementary (charter) serve?
Guerneville Elementary (charter) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Guerneville Elementary (charter)?
Guerneville Elementary (charter) has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guerneville Elementary (charter)?
The student-teacher ratio at Guerneville Elementary (charter) is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Guerneville Elementary (charter) rank in CA?
Guerneville Elementary (charter) ranks #7,946 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Guerneville Elementary (charter)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Guerneville Elementary (charter) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Guerneville Elementary (charter)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Guerneville Elementary (charter) has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Guerneville Elementary (charter) a charter school?
Yes, Guerneville Elementary (charter) is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Guerneville Elementary (charter) a Title I school?
No, Guerneville Elementary (charter) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Guerneville Elementary (charter)?
73.7% of students at Guerneville Elementary (charter) 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 190
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.8%
- Phone
- (707) 869-2864
Resources & Links
District
Guerneville Elementary- District Enrollment
- 209
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,727
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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