Below Average
#7426 of 9,539 schools in CA
John B. Riebli Elementary
Elementary School · Mark West Union Elementary
315 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,426 of 9,539
In Santa Rosa
#31 of 62
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Mark West Union Elementary
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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John B. Riebli Elementary
Elementary School in Santa Rosa · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John B. Riebli Elementary
John B. Riebli Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Rosa, CA, part of Mark West Union Elementary. John B.
Riebli Elementary serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John B. Riebli Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,426 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John B. Riebli Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John B. Riebli Elementary runs 21.3:1 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.
John B. Riebli Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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John B. Riebli Elementary — Students at John B. Riebli Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.4%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How John B. Riebli Elementary Compares
See how John B. Riebli Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
315 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John B. Riebli Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mark West Charter (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mark West Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Miguel Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Adventist Academy Santa Rosa | 0.2 mi | — |
| REDWOOD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Santa Rosa | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CARDINAL NEWMAN HIGH SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ST ROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ANOVA CENTER FOR EDUCATION SONOMA COUNTY Santa Rosa | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Cardinal Newman High School Santa Rosa | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mark West Charter Santa Rosa | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Mark West Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| San Miguel Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Spring Hills Christian Fulton | 1.4 mi | — |
| Lattice Educational Services Santa Rosa | 1.9 mi | — |
| Morrice Schaefer Charter Santa Rosa | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| LATTICE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Santa Rosa | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Piner-Olivet Charter Santa Rosa | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Jack London Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| North Valley School-Santa Rosa Santa Rosa | 2.2 mi | — |
| NORTH VALLEY SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PAIDEIA EDUCATIONAL HERITAGE Santa Rosa | 2.1 mi | — |
| Pivot Charter School - North Bay Santa Rosa | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Hilliard Comstock Middle Santa Rosa | 3.1 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,802
Median Home Value
$865,900
Median Rent
$1,890/mo
Population
37,317
College Educated
45.2%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John B. Riebli Elementary
What grades does John B. Riebli Elementary serve?
John B. Riebli Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John B. Riebli Elementary?
John B. Riebli Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John B. Riebli Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John B. Riebli Elementary is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John B. Riebli Elementary rank in CA?
John B. Riebli Elementary ranks #7,426 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John B. Riebli Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John B. Riebli Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 John B. Riebli Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John B. Riebli Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John B. Riebli Elementary a charter school?
Yes, John B. Riebli Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is John B. Riebli Elementary a Title I school?
No, John B. Riebli Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John B. Riebli Elementary?
34.4% of students at John B. Riebli 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (707) 524-2980
Resources & Links
District
Mark West Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,342
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,691
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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