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#5849 of 9,533 schools in CA
Mary Deterding Elementary
Elementary School · San Juan Unified
6000 Stanley Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Carmichael
#8 of 17
public schools
California elementary schools
#3,518 of 5,817
In district
#21 of 65
San Juan Unified
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Mary Deterding Elementary
Mary Deterding Elementary serves 616 students from kindergarten through sixth grade in Carmichael, a well-established suburban community in Sacramento County. With 23 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 26.8 to 1, which is typical for California elementary schools. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranking in the 76th percentile statewide at #2270 out of 9566 California elementary schools.
Students show strong literacy skills with 63% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 55% meet proficiency standards in mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to providing quality education across core subject areas. Mary Deterding Elementary draws from a stable middle-class neighborhood where the median household income is $79,371 and 36% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The surrounding 95608 ZIP code area, home to over 63,000 residents, features median home values of $516,000 and maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 12.4%. This supportive community environment, combined with the school's consistent academic performance, creates a solid foundation for elementary education in the heart of Carmichael's large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Deterding Elementary is 26.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Mary Deterding Elementary — Students at Mary Deterding Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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 Mary Deterding Elementary Compares
See how Mary Deterding Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 56.52% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 71% (2019) to 64.46% (2024).
Location
6000 Stanley Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary Deterding Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter J. Shields Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Rancho Cordova), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rancho Cordova), which scores notably higher. Additionally, California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Carmichael, see our Carmichael schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,638
Median Home Value
$565,600
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
63,052
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
51.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
42.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mary Deterding Elementary has a median household income of $83,638. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $565,600, with a median rent of $1,549/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Deterding Elementary
What grades does Mary Deterding Elementary serve?
Mary Deterding Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mary Deterding Elementary?
Mary Deterding Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Deterding Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Deterding Elementary is 26.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary Deterding Elementary rank in CA?
Mary Deterding Elementary is ranked #5849 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Mary Deterding Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Deterding Elementary has a composite rating of 5.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mary Deterding Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mary Deterding Elementary has 56.4% math proficiency and 64.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mary Deterding Elementary a charter school?
No, Mary Deterding Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary Deterding Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mary Deterding Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary Deterding Elementary?
49.5% of students at Mary Deterding 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (726/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Phone
- (916) 979-8138
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #21 of 65
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