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Keyes Elementary

Elementary School · Keyes Union

PO Box 549, Keyes, CA 95328

Enrollment

470

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,258 of 9,539

In Keyes

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Keyes Union

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Keyes Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Keyes · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Keyes to Learning Charter

7.3/10

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About Keyes Elementary

Keyes Elementary is a public elementary school in Keyes, CA, part of Keyes Union. Keyes Elementary serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Keyes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,258 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Keyes Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with CA schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,443
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Keyes Elementary — Students at Keyes Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
60%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
25.4%
ELA
39.3%
2024
Math
26.7%
ELA
33.5%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Keyes Elementary Compares

See how Keyes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in CA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

Location

PO Box 549, Keyes, CA 95328

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keyes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walnut Elementary Education Center (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Turlock), which scores notably higher. Another option is Patricia Kay Beaver Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Ceres), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Whitmore Charter School of Art & Technology (rated 6.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Ceres), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Keyes, see our Keyes schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Keyes to Learning Charter Keyes 0.1 mi 7.3
Barbara Spratling Middle Hughson 0.6 mi 8.0
John H. Pitman High Turlock 2.3 mi 7.1
CERES CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Ceres 2.6 mi 3.9
Whitmore Charter School of Art & Technology Ceres 2.6 mi 6.9
Whitmore Charter High Ceres 2.6 mi 7.0
La Rosa Elementary Ceres 2.9 mi 6.4
Cesar Chavez Junior High Ceres 3.0 mi 5.5
Walnut Elementary Education Center Turlock 2.7 mi 7.7
Lucas Elementary Ceres 2.9 mi 6.6
Turlock Junior High Turlock 2.8 mi 5.9
Petersen Alternative Center for Education at John B Allard Ceres 3.0 mi 5.2
Joel J. Hidahl Elementary Ceres 2.8 mi 3.7
Patricia Kay Beaver Elementary Ceres 2.8 mi 7.0
Samuel Vaughn Elementary Ceres 3.5 mi 4.0
Argus High (Continuation) Ceres 3.4 mi 4.1
Endeavor Alternative Ceres 3.4 mi 6.0
Don Pedro Elementary Ceres 3.2 mi 3.4
Ceres Special Education Ceres 3.4 mi 4.4
Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary Turlock 3.2 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95328 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,013

Median Home Value

$435,100

Median Rent

$1,373/mo

Population

3,939

College Educated

7.2%

Homeownership

48.2%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

35.4%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keyes Elementary

What grades does Keyes Elementary serve?

Keyes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Keyes Elementary?

Keyes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Keyes Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Keyes Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keyes Elementary rank in CA?

Keyes Elementary ranks #5,258 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Keyes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Keyes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Keyes Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keyes Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Keyes Elementary a charter school?

No, Keyes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Keyes Elementary a Title I school?

No, Keyes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keyes Elementary?

84.3% of students at Keyes 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Stanislaus County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

District

Keyes Union
District Enrollment
1,056
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,443
District Rank
#3 of 3

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