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#6817 of 9,539 schools in CA
John Cabrillo Elementary
Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified
1141 Seamas Ave., Sacramento, CA 95822
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,817 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#91 of 198
public schools
In district
#29 of 71
Sacramento City Unified
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About John Cabrillo Elementary
John Cabrillo Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified. John Cabrillo Elementary serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John Cabrillo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,817 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Cabrillo Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John Cabrillo Elementary runs 25.5:1 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.
39% of students at John Cabrillo 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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John Cabrillo Elementary — Students at John Cabrillo Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How John Cabrillo Elementary Compares
See how John Cabrillo 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
1141 Seamas Ave., Sacramento, CA 95822
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Cabrillo Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leonardo Da Vinci (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sol Aureus College Preparatory (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crocker/Riverside Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Brannan Middle Sacramento | 0.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Riverside School Inc., dba Brookfield School Sacramento | 0.8 mi | — |
| BROOKFIELD SCHOOL Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| New Technology High Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Sutterville Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| HOLY SPIRIT PARISH SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Sol Aureus College Preparatory Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Caroline Wenzel Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 1.9 |
| Pony Express Elementary Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| John F. Kennedy High Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Stonegate Elementary West Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Hollywood Park Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE West Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Leonardo Da Vinci Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| River City High West Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Crocker/Riverside Elementary Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| St. Robert Catholic School Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST ROBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| California Middle Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95822 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,835
Median Home Value
$438,400
Median Rent
$1,537/mo
Population
46,269
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
37.6
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|---|---|
| A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto, CA | 5.3 |
| Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks, CA | 5.3 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 5.3 |
| Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville, CA | 5.3 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.3 |
| Arminta Street Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Cabrillo Elementary
What grades does John Cabrillo Elementary serve?
John Cabrillo Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John Cabrillo Elementary?
John Cabrillo Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Cabrillo Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John Cabrillo Elementary is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Cabrillo Elementary rank in CA?
John Cabrillo Elementary ranks #6,817 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Cabrillo Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John Cabrillo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Cabrillo Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Cabrillo Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Cabrillo Elementary a charter school?
No, John Cabrillo Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Cabrillo Elementary a Title I school?
No, John Cabrillo Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Cabrillo Elementary?
79.3% of students at John Cabrillo 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
- 357
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.2%
- Phone
- (916) 395-4615
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento City Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,268
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,892
- District Rank
- #29 of 71
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