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#6021 of 9,539 schools in CA
Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary
Elementary School · Elk Grove Unified
8140 Caymus Dr., Sacramento, CA 95829
Enrollment
893
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
893
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,021 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#79 of 198
public schools
In district
#49 of 67
Elk Grove Unified
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary
Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Elk Grove Unified. Maeola E.
Beitzel Elementary serves approximately 893 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,021 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary runs 25.5:1 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.
31% of students at Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary 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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Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary — Students at Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.4/10.
How Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary Compares
See how Maeola E. Beitzel 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
8140 Caymus Dr., Sacramento, CA 95829
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roy Herburger Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Elk Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arnold Adreani Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MERRYHILL SCHOOL CALVINE (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MERRYHILL SCHOOL CALVINE Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Mary Tsukamoto Elementary Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Arthur C. Butler Elementary Elk Grove | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Calvine High Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| T. R. Smedberg Middle Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Sheldon High Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| St. Peter's Lutheran School Elk Grove | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST PETER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Elk Grove | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Robert J. Fite Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| MILHOUS SCHOOL INC. - GERBER Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
| Raymond Case Elementary Elk Grove | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Florin High Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Isabelle Jackson Elementary Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Edward Harris Jr. Middle Elk Grove | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Roy Herburger Elementary Elk Grove | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Monterey Trail High Elk Grove | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Arnold Adreani Elementary Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Elk Grove Elementary Elk Grove | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Anna Kirchgater Elementary Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| James A. McKee Elementary Elk Grove | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95829 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,269
Median Home Value
$589,700
Median Rent
$2,021/mo
Population
31,370
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
75.6%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.2
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| Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary Sacramento, CA | 5.7 |
| Brentwood Elementary Brentwood, CA | 5.7 |
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| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Oxnard, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary
What grades does Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary serve?
Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary?
Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 893 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary rank in CA?
Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary ranks #6,021 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary a charter school?
No, Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary a Title I school?
No, Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary?
65.6% of students at Maeola E. Beitzel 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
- 893
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (916) 688-8484
Resources & Links
District
Elk Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 62,603
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,966
- District Rank
- #49 of 67
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