Very Good
#1846 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Larry G. Meeks Academy
Elementary School · Natomas Unified
2775 Milcreek Dr., Sacramento, CA 95833
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,846 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#17 of 198
public schools
In district
#4 of 19
Natomas Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Larry G. Meeks Academy
Larry G. Meeks Academy is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Natomas Unified. Larry G.
Meeks Academy serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Larry G. Meeks Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,846 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Larry G. Meeks Academy show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Larry G. Meeks Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
39% of students at Larry G. Meeks Academy 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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Larry G. Meeks Academy — Students at Larry G. Meeks Academy score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Larry G. Meeks Academy Compares
See how Larry G. Meeks Academy 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
2775 Milcreek Dr., Sacramento, CA 95833
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Larry G. Meeks Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Valley Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Two Rivers Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hazel Strauch Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bannon Creek Sacramento | 0.1 mi | 2.3 |
| READ Academy of Sacramento Sacramento | 0.4 mi | — |
| READ ACADEMY OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 0.4 mi | — |
| READ ACADEMY OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Jefferson Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| American Lakes Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Jimenez Academy Sacramento | 0.8 mi | — |
| Natomas High Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Discovery High Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Shawna Huston Sacramento | 1.4 mi | — |
| Hazel Strauch Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Rio Tierra Junior High Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Leroy Greene Academy Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Elkhorn Village Elementary West Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Smythe Academy of Arts and Sciences Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Riverbank Elementary West Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Two Rivers Elementary Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| MUSTARD SEED Sacramento | 1.9 mi | — |
| Garden Valley Elementary Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| JIE PING ACADEMY Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,016
Median Home Value
$439,700
Median Rent
$1,835/mo
Population
40,205
College Educated
31.7%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
35.6
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|---|---|
| Alview Elementary Chowchilla, CA | 7.8 |
| Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino San Diego, CA | 7.8 |
| Biola-Pershing Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
| Fourth Street Primary Center Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
| Isleton Elementary Isleton, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Larry G. Meeks Academy
What grades does Larry G. Meeks Academy serve?
Larry G. Meeks Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Larry G. Meeks Academy?
Larry G. Meeks Academy has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Larry G. Meeks Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Larry G. Meeks Academy is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Larry G. Meeks Academy rank in CA?
Larry G. Meeks Academy ranks #1,846 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Larry G. Meeks Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Larry G. Meeks Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Larry G. Meeks Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Larry G. Meeks Academy has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Larry G. Meeks Academy a charter school?
No, Larry G. Meeks Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Larry G. Meeks Academy a Title I school?
No, Larry G. Meeks Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Larry G. Meeks Academy?
76.3% of students at Larry G. Meeks Academy 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
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (916) 567-5608
Resources & Links
District
Natomas Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,950
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,964
- District Rank
- #4 of 19
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