Excellent
#1488 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Julius Cordes Elementary
Elementary School · Lammersville Joint Unified
296 East Parco Ave., Mountain House, CA 95391
Enrollment
861
Student-Teacher
26.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
861
Student-Teacher
26.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,488 of 9,539
In Mountain House
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Lammersville Joint Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Julius Cordes Elementary
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About Julius Cordes Elementary
Julius Cordes Elementary is a public elementary school in Mountain House, CA, part of Lammersville Joint Unified. Julius Cordes Elementary serves approximately 861 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 26.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Julius Cordes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,488 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Julius Cordes Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Julius Cordes Elementary runs 26.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Julius Cordes Elementary — Students at Julius Cordes Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 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 Julius Cordes Elementary Compares
See how Julius Cordes 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
296 East Parco Ave., Mountain House, CA 95391
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julius Cordes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hansen Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sebastian Questa Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wicklund Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mountain House, see our Mountain House schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain House High Mountain House | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Wicklund Elementary Mountain House | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Hansen Elementary Mountain House | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Bethany Elementary Mountain House | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Zaytech Academy Mountain House | 1.1 mi | — |
| Altamont Elementary Mountain House | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Lammersville Elementary Tracy | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Sebastian Questa Elementary Mountain House | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Mountain House Elementary Byron | 2.7 mi | — |
| John C. Kimball High Tracy | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Art Freiler Tracy | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| George Kelly Elementary Tracy | 4.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Tracy Independent Study Charter Tracy | 4.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Melville S. Jacobson Elementary Tracy | 5.0 mi | 4.5 |
| WEST VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy | 5.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Merrill F. West High Tracy | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Louis J. Villalovoz Elementary Tracy | 5.6 mi | 5.8 |
| BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy | 5.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Earle E. Williams Middle Tracy | 5.6 mi | 5.4 |
| McKinley Elementary Tracy | 5.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95391 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$171,510
Median Home Value
$859,600
Median Rent
$3,232/mo
Population
25,193
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
54.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julius Cordes Elementary
What grades does Julius Cordes Elementary serve?
Julius Cordes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Julius Cordes Elementary?
Julius Cordes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 861 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julius Cordes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Julius Cordes Elementary is 26.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Julius Cordes Elementary rank in CA?
Julius Cordes Elementary ranks #1,488 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Julius Cordes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Julius Cordes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Julius Cordes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Julius Cordes Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Julius Cordes Elementary a charter school?
No, Julius Cordes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Julius Cordes Elementary a Title I school?
No, Julius Cordes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julius Cordes Elementary?
2.6% of students at Julius Cordes 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 861
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Phone
- (209) 836-7400
Resources & Links
District
Lammersville Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,764
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,535
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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