Needs Improvement
#8875 of 9,539 schools in CA
John D. Sloat Elementary
Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified
7525 Candlewood Way, Sacramento, CA 95822
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,875 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#170 of 198
public schools
In district
#58 of 71
Sacramento City Unified
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John D. Sloat Elementary
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About John D. Sloat Elementary
John D. Sloat Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified. John D.
Sloat Elementary serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. John D. Sloat Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,875 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John D. Sloat Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at John D. Sloat 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 D. Sloat Elementary — Students at John D. Sloat Elementary score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How John D. Sloat Elementary Compares
See how John D. Sloat 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
7525 Candlewood Way, Sacramento, CA 95822
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John D. Sloat Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERGAMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pony Express Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired (rated 5.3/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Capitol Collegiate Academy Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| John Bidwell Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Success Academy Sacramento | 0.7 mi | — |
| John Morse Therapeutic Center Sacramento | 0.9 mi | — |
| Rosa Parks Elementary Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| BERGAMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Keys Ubuntu Academy Sacramento | 0.9 mi | — |
| John H. Still Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Pony Express Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Capital City Independent Study Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| H. W. Harkness Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Yav Pem Suab Academy - Preparing for the Future Charter Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Edward Kemble Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Cesar Chavez Intermediate Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Woodbine Elementary Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Caroline Wenzel Elementary Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 1.9 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| New Technology High Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Luther Burbank High Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
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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| Alpaugh Elementary Alpaugh, CA | 3.7 |
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| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (CHANGED THE NAME 6/15) Escondido, CA | 3.7 |
| H. W. Harkness Elementary Sacramento, CA | 3.7 |
| Highland Pacific Elementary Highland, CA | 3.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John D. Sloat Elementary
What grades does John D. Sloat Elementary serve?
John D. Sloat Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John D. Sloat Elementary?
John D. Sloat Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John D. Sloat Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John D. Sloat Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John D. Sloat Elementary rank in CA?
John D. Sloat Elementary ranks #8,875 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John D. Sloat Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John D. Sloat Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 D. Sloat Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John D. Sloat Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John D. Sloat Elementary a charter school?
No, John D. Sloat Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John D. Sloat Elementary a Title I school?
No, John D. Sloat Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John D. Sloat Elementary?
92.3% of students at John D. Sloat 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
- 220
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (916) 395-4620
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento City Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,268
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,892
- District Rank
- #58 of 71
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