Needs Improvement
#9257 of 9,539 schools in CA
Isador Cohen Elementary
Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified
9025 Salmon Falls Dr., Sacramento, CA 95826
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,257 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#185 of 198
public schools
In district
#67 of 71
Sacramento City Unified
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About Isador Cohen Elementary
Isador Cohen Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified. Isador Cohen Elementary serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Isador Cohen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #9,257 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Isador Cohen Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Isador Cohen Elementary runs 21.6:1 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.
43% of students at Isador Cohen 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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Isador Cohen Elementary — Students at Isador Cohen Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 1.8/10.
How Isador Cohen Elementary Compares
See how Isador Cohen Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9025 Salmon Falls Dr., Sacramento, CA 95826
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Isador Cohen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Growth Public (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is California Montessori Project - Capitol Campus (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mariemont Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sequoia Elementary Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| O. W. Erlewine Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Growth Public Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| KOREAN SCHOOL OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 2.6 |
| Hubert H. Bancroft Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Golden Empire Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Rio Americano High Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Albert Einstein Middle Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| James Marshall Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Sierra Oaks K-8 Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Cristo Rey High School Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
| Mariemont Elementary Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Gateway International Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Jesuit High School Carmichael | 2.0 mi | — |
| JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Carmichael | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| California Montessori Project - Capitol Campus Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Rosemont High Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Serenity Stars Sacramento | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95826 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,689
Median Home Value
$441,300
Median Rent
$1,691/mo
Population
40,500
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Isador Cohen Elementary
What grades does Isador Cohen Elementary serve?
Isador Cohen Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Isador Cohen Elementary?
Isador Cohen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Isador Cohen Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Isador Cohen Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Isador Cohen Elementary rank in CA?
Isador Cohen Elementary ranks #9,257 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Isador Cohen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Isador Cohen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Isador Cohen Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Isador Cohen Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Isador Cohen Elementary a charter school?
No, Isador Cohen Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Isador Cohen Elementary a Title I school?
No, Isador Cohen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Isador Cohen Elementary?
89.2% of students at Isador Cohen 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (916) 395-4600
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento City Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,268
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,892
- District Rank
- #67 of 71
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