Below Average
#8362 of 9,539 schools in CA
Main Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Robla Elementary
1400 Main Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,362 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#144 of 198
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Robla Elementary
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About Main Avenue Elementary
Main Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Robla Elementary. Main Avenue Elementary serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Main Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,362 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Main Avenue Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Main Avenue Elementary runs 22.6:1 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.
75% of students at Main Avenue 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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Main Avenue Elementary — Students at Main Avenue Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Main Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Main Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 Main Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Main Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dry Creek Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rio Linda), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bell Avenue Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taylor Street Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 6900 WEST 4TH STREET Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Futures High Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Higher Learning Academy Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Keema School for Independent Study Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Robla Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| More Life Christian Academy Sacrament | 1.1 mi | — |
| MORE LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Paseo Grande Charter Lancaster | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Highlands Community Charter Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 2.3 |
| California Innovative Career Academy Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Grant Union High Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| North Area Community Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Vista Nueva Career and Technology High Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Taylor Street Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Michael J. Castori Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Norwood Junior High Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Dry Creek Elementary Rio Linda | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Rio Linda Preparatory Academy Rio Linda | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Del Paso Heights Elementary Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,969
Median Home Value
$369,000
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
40,295
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
32.8
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| Allen at Steinbeck San Jose, CA | 4.2 |
| Alpine Elementary Littlerock, CA | 4.2 |
| Bay View Academy Monterey, CA | 4.2 |
| Bayside STEAM Academy Imperial Beach, CA | 4.2 |
| Bayview Elementary San Pablo, CA | 4.2 |
| Cambridge Elementary Orange, CA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Main Avenue Elementary
What grades does Main Avenue Elementary serve?
Main Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Main Avenue Elementary?
Main Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Main Avenue Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Main Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Main Avenue Elementary ranks #8,362 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Main Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Main Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Main Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Main Avenue Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Main Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Main Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Main Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Main Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Main Avenue Elementary?
91.4% of students at Main Avenue 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 362
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.1%
- Phone
- (916) 929-9559
Resources & Links
District
Robla Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,919
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,363
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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