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Little Shasta Elementary
Elementary School · Little Shasta Elementary
8409 Lower Little Shasta Rd., Montague, CA 96064
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Little Shasta Elementary
Little Shasta Elementary is a public elementary school in Montague, CA, part of the Little Shasta Elementary. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1. Students demonstrate 41% proficiency in math, 5 points above the state average and 34% in reading/language arts, 13 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,602, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Little Shasta Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Little Shasta Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Little Shasta Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Address
- 8409 Lower Little Shasta Rd., Montague, CA 96064
- Website
- littleshasta.k12.ca.us
- Phone
- (530) 459-3269
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 4 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 56.25% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 43.75% (2024).
Location
8409 Lower Little Shasta Rd., Montague, CA 96064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Shasta Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Butteville Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Weed). Another option is Montague Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 7.0 miles away). Additionally, Delphic Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 9.1 miles away). For more schools in Montague, see our Montague schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Big Springs Elementary Montague | 6.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Montague Elementary Montague | 7.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Grenada Elementary Grenada | 8.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Willow Creek Elementary Montague | 10.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Delphic Elementary Montague | 9.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Tribe of Gad Creative Learning Homeschool Montague | 12.0 mi | — |
| Bogus Elementary Montague | 15.0 mi | — |
| Gazelle Elementary Gazelle | 15.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Northern United - Siskiyou Charter Eureka | 12.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Yreka High Yreka | 13.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Yreka Union High Community Day Yreka | 13.0 mi | — |
| Discovery High Yreka | 13.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Jackson Street Elementary Yreka | 13.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Siskiyou County Special Education Yreka | 13.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Evergreen Elementary Yreka | 13.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Covenant Chapel Bible Academy Yreka | 13.2 mi | — |
| COVENANT CHAPEL BIBLE ACADEMY Yreka | 13.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Yreka Adventist Christian School Yreka | 13.3 mi | — |
| YREKA SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yreka | 13.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Butteville Elementary Weed | 17.8 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,602
Median Home Value
$247,400
Median Rent
$907/mo
Population
4,696
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
44.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Little Shasta Elementary has a median household income of $59,602. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $247,400, with a median rent of $907/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.5%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Shasta Elementary
What grades does Little Shasta Elementary serve?
Little Shasta Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Little Shasta Elementary?
Little Shasta Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Shasta Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Shasta Elementary is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Little Shasta Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Little Shasta Elementary has 40.6% math proficiency and 34.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Little Shasta Elementary a charter school?
No, Little Shasta Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Little Shasta Elementary a Title I school?
No, Little Shasta Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Shasta Elementary?
63.2% of students at Little Shasta 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (941/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Montague). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Siskiyou County
- Phone
- (530) 459-3269
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Little Shasta Elementary- District Enrollment
- 19
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,583
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