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Margaret G. Scotten Elementary
Elementary School · Grass Valley Elementary
10821 Squirrel Creek Rd., Grass Valley, CA 95945
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,853 of 9,539
In Grass Valley
#13 of 21
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Grass Valley Elementary
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Margaret G. Scotten Elementary
Elementary School in Grass Valley · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Margaret G. Scotten Elementary
Margaret G. Scotten Elementary is a public elementary school in Grass Valley, CA, part of Grass Valley Elementary. Margaret G.
Scotten Elementary serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Margaret G. Scotten Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,853 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Margaret G. Scotten Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Margaret G. Scotten Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.
50% of students at Margaret G. Scotten 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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Margaret G. Scotten Elementary — Students at Margaret G. Scotten Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72%
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.
* 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: 6.0/10.
How Margaret G. Scotten Elementary Compares
See how Margaret G. Scotten Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10821 Squirrel Creek Rd., Grass Valley, CA 95945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margaret G. Scotten Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bell Hill Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yuba River Charter (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Deer Creek Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Nevada City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grass Valley, see our Grass Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lyman Gilmore Middle Grass Valley | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Yuba River Charter Grass Valley | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Bell Hill Academy Grass Valley | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Mount St. Mary Academy Grass Valley | 0.7 mi | — |
| John Muir Charter Grass Valley | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Grass Valley Charter Grass Valley | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Silver Springs High (Continuation) Grass Valley | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| North Point Academy Grass Valley | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Nevada Union High Grass Valley | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ECHO RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nevada City | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Echo Ridge Christian School Nevada City | 2.0 mi | — |
| William & Marian Ghidotti High Grass Valley | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Bitney Prep High Grass Valley | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Union Hill Elementary Grass Valley | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Union Hill Middle Grass Valley | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Earle Jamieson Educational Options Nevada City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Deer Creek Elementary Nevada City | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Nevada County Special Education Nevada City | 3.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Seven Hills Intermediate Nevada City | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Forest Charter Nevada City | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95945 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,068
Median Home Value
$496,600
Median Rent
$1,420/mo
Population
27,675
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
49.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margaret G. Scotten Elementary
What grades does Margaret G. Scotten Elementary serve?
Margaret G. Scotten Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Margaret G. Scotten Elementary?
Margaret G. Scotten Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margaret G. Scotten Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Margaret G. Scotten Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margaret G. Scotten Elementary rank in CA?
Margaret G. Scotten Elementary ranks #5,853 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Margaret G. Scotten Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Margaret G. Scotten Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Margaret G. Scotten Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margaret G. Scotten Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Margaret G. Scotten Elementary a charter school?
No, Margaret G. Scotten Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margaret G. Scotten Elementary a Title I school?
No, Margaret G. Scotten Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margaret G. Scotten Elementary?
72.0% of students at Margaret G. Scotten 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nevada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.7%
- Phone
- (530) 273-6472
Resources & Links
District
Grass Valley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,551
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,231
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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