Average
#4267 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
Lucas Elementary
Elementary School · Ceres Unified
PO Box 307, Ceres, CA 95307
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,267 of 9,539
In Ceres
#6 of 23
public schools
In district
#6 of 23
Ceres Unified
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Lucas Elementary
Elementary School in Ceres · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lucas Elementary
Lucas Elementary is a public elementary school in Ceres, CA, part of Ceres Unified. Lucas Elementary serves approximately 658 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lucas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,267 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lucas Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lucas Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Lucas Elementary runs 26.3:1 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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Lucas Elementary — Students at Lucas Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 8.6/10.
How Lucas Elementary Compares
See how Lucas Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 307, Ceres, CA 95307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lucas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patricia Kay Beaver Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Whitmore Charter School of Art & Technology (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, La Rosa Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ceres, see our Ceres schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Petersen Alternative Center for Education at John B Allard Ceres | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Argus High (Continuation) Ceres | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Endeavor Alternative Ceres | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Whitmore Charter School of Art & Technology Ceres | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Whitmore Charter High Ceres | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Ceres Special Education Ceres | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Walter White Elementary Ceres | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| CERES CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Ceres | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Don Pedro Elementary Ceres | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Carroll Fowler Elementary Ceres | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Junior High Ceres | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Joel J. Hidahl Elementary Ceres | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Ceres High Ceres | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| La Rosa Elementary Ceres | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Mae Hensley Junior High Ceres | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Central Valley High Ceres | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Samuel Vaughn Elementary Ceres | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Caswell Elementary Ceres | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Patricia Kay Beaver Elementary Ceres | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Blaker-Kinser Junior High Ceres | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,101
Median Home Value
$402,300
Median Rent
$1,455/mo
Population
46,209
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
32.8
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|---|---|
| Allen Avenue Elementary San Dimas, CA | 6.6 |
| Altadena Elementary Altadena, CA | 6.6 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
| Annie R. Mitchell Visalia, CA | 6.6 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield, CA | 6.6 |
| Bancroft Elementary Walnut Creek, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucas Elementary
What grades does Lucas Elementary serve?
Lucas Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lucas Elementary?
Lucas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lucas Elementary is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lucas Elementary rank in CA?
Lucas Elementary ranks #4,267 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lucas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lucas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Lucas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lucas Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Lucas Elementary a charter school?
No, Lucas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lucas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lucas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lucas Elementary?
73.9% of students at Lucas 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 658
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Stanislaus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (209) 556-1500
Resources & Links
District
Ceres Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,868
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,065
- District Rank
- #6 of 23
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