Excellent
#2 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Healdsburg Elementary
Elementary School · Healdsburg Unified
400 First St., Healdsburg, CA 95448
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
9.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
9.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Healdsburg
#1 of 6
public schools
California elementary schools
#2 of 5,817
In district
#1 of 4
Healdsburg Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Healdsburg Elementary
Healdsburg Elementary is a public school serving kindergarten through fifth grade in Healdsburg, California, with an enrollment of 400 students. Its student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1 supports close classroom attention across all grade levels. The school earns a composite score of 9.7 out of 10, rated Exceptional on MySchoolScout's scale.
Academic performance scores 9.1 and student growth reaches 9.9 — a near-perfect mark that signals consistent year-over-year progress, not just a strong starting point. Healdsburg Elementary ranks second out of 5,817 public elementary schools in California, placing it among the very top performers in the state. That standing holds locally as well.
The school ranks first of six schools in Healdsburg and second of 9,533 public schools statewide, outperforming 100 percent of California schools on MySchoolScout's composite measure. For families comparing elementary options in Sonoma County or evaluating a move to the Healdsburg area, these numbers are hard to overlook. A small enrollment, a low student-teacher ratio, and performance data that ranks at the top of the state make Healdsburg Elementary one of the most compelling public elementary school choices in California.
Score Breakdown
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Healdsburg Elementary — Students at Healdsburg Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Healdsburg Elementary Compares
See how Healdsburg Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 37% (2019) to 55.05% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 54.55% (2024).
Location
400 First St., Healdsburg, CA 95448
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Healdsburg Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Side Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Alexander Valley Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Geyserville Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Geyserville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Healdsburg, see our Healdsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Healdsburg Junior High Healdsburg | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Healdsburg | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| THE HEALDSBURG SCHOOL Healdsburg | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Healdsburg High Healdsburg | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Marce Becerra Academy Healdsburg | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| RIO LINDO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Healdsburg | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Rio Lindo Adventist Academy Healdsburg | 1.6 mi | — |
| West Side Elementary Healdsburg | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Cali Calmecac Language Academy Windsor | 4.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Brooks Elementary Windsor | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Windsor Middle Windsor | 4.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Alexander Valley Elementary Healdsburg | 4.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Windsor Oaks Academy Windsor | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| North Bay Met Academy Windsor | 5.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Windsor High Windsor | 5.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Mattie Washburn Elementary Santa Rosa | 6.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Sonoma Earth School Forestville | 7.4 mi | — |
| Geyserville Elementary Geyserville | 7.2 mi | 7.4 |
| SONOMA EARTH SCHOOL Forestville | 7.6 mi | — |
| Buena Vista High Geyserville | 7.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95448 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,048
Median Home Value
$1,030,100
Median Rent
$2,129/mo
Population
15,868
College Educated
44.6%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
45.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Healdsburg Elementary has a median household income of $103,048. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,030,100, with a median rent of $2,129/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles H. Kim Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.6 |
| Beach Elementary Piedmont, CA | 9.5 |
| Canfield Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.5 |
| Juana Briones Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 9.5 |
| Montecito Union Santa Barbara, CA | 9.5 |
| Multnomah Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Healdsburg Elementary
What grades does Healdsburg Elementary serve?
Healdsburg Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Healdsburg Elementary?
Healdsburg Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Healdsburg Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Healdsburg Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Healdsburg Elementary rank in CA?
Healdsburg Elementary is ranked #2 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Healdsburg Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Healdsburg Elementary has a composite rating of 9.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Healdsburg Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Healdsburg Elementary has 51.5% math proficiency and 52.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Healdsburg Elementary a charter school?
No, Healdsburg Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Healdsburg Elementary a Title I school?
No, Healdsburg Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Healdsburg Elementary?
80.5% of students at Healdsburg 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
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sonoma County
- Phone
- (707) 431-3440
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Healdsburg Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,194
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,986
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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