Below Average
#8189 of 9,539 schools in CA
Margaret Keating Elementary
Elementary School · Del Norte County Unified
PO Box 65, Klamath, CA 95548
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,189 of 9,539
In district
#8 of 11
Del Norte County Unified
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About Margaret Keating Elementary
Margaret Keating Elementary is a public elementary school in Klamath, CA, part of Del Norte County Unified. Margaret Keating Elementary serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Margaret Keating Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,189 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Margaret Keating Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, Margaret Keating Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Margaret Keating Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
50% of students at Margaret Keating 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 Keating Elementary — Students at Margaret Keating Elementary score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.8/10.
How Margaret Keating Elementary Compares
See how Margaret Keating Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 65, Klamath, CA 95548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margaret Keating Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mountain Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 20.6 miles away, in nearby Gasquet), which scores notably higher. Another option is Trinidad Union (rated 6.8/10, 34.6 miles away, in nearby Trinidad), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Smith River Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 26.2 miles away, in nearby Smith River), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Klamath, see our Klamath schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 40.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Uncharted Shores Academy Crescent City | 15.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Crescent Elk Middle Crescent City | 15.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Joe Hamilton Elementary Crescent City | 15.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Del Norte Community Crescent City | 16.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Bess Maxwell Elementary Crescent City | 16.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Castle Rock Crescent City | 16.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Del Norte High Crescent City | 16.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Crescent City SDA School Crescent City | 17.1 mi | — |
| Orick Elementary Orick | 18.6 mi | — |
| Pine Grove Elementary Crescent City | 17.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Mary Peacock Elementary Crescent City | 17.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Sunset High Crescent City | 18.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Jack Norton Elementary Hoopa | 17.2 mi | — |
| Mountain Elementary Gasquet | 20.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Dick | 22.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Smith River Elementary Smith River | 26.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Big Lagoon Elementary Trinidad | 27.8 mi | — |
| Trinidad Union Trinidad | 34.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Weitchpec Elementary Hoopa | 31.3 mi | — |
| THE DOME SCHOOL Cave Junction | 40.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,139
Median Home Value
$224,200
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
934
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
76.2%
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
53.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margaret Keating Elementary
What grades does Margaret Keating Elementary serve?
Margaret Keating Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Margaret Keating Elementary?
Margaret Keating Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margaret Keating Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Margaret Keating Elementary is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margaret Keating Elementary rank in CA?
Margaret Keating Elementary ranks #8,189 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Margaret Keating Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Margaret Keating Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Keating Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margaret Keating Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Margaret Keating Elementary a charter school?
No, Margaret Keating Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margaret Keating Elementary a Title I school?
No, Margaret Keating Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margaret Keating Elementary?
71.6% of students at Margaret Keating 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
- 95
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Del Norte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.5%
- Phone
- (707) 464-0340
Resources & Links
District
Del Norte County Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,427
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,219
- District Rank
- #8 of 11
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