Needs Improvement
#9347 of 9,539 schools in CA
Meadow Homes Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
1371 Detroit Ave., Concord, CA 94520
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,347 of 9,539
In Concord
#22 of 23
public schools
In district
#45 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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Meadow Homes Elementary
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About Meadow Homes Elementary
Meadow Homes Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Meadow Homes Elementary serves approximately 711 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Meadow Homes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #9,347 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Meadow Homes Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Meadow Homes Elementary runs 27.3:1 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.
40% of students at Meadow Homes 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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Meadow Homes Elementary — Students at Meadow Homes Elementary score 11% 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 34 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: 3.3/10.
How Meadow Homes Elementary Compares
See how Meadow Homes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1371 Detroit Ave., Concord, CA 94520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadow Homes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE CONCORDIA SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ygnacio Valley Elementary (rated 3.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orion Academy Concord | 0.6 mi | — |
| DE LA SALLE ACADEMY Concord | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Cambridge Elementary Concord | 0.9 mi | 2.0 |
| De La Salle Academy, Inc. Concord | 0.8 mi | — |
| BEGINNINGS & BEYOND MONTESSORI Concord | 0.9 mi | — |
| Spectrum Center, Inc.-Valley Campus Concord | 1.1 mi | — |
| Queen of All Saints Elementary Concord | 1.1 mi | — |
| SPECTRUM CENTER-VALLEY CAMPUS Concord | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL Concord | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Mt. Diablo High Concord | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| THE CONCORDIA SCHOOL Concord | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Crossroads High Concord | 1.1 mi | — |
| Anova Center for Education, Contra Costa Concord | 1.1 mi | — |
| ANOVA CENTER FOR EDUCATION Concord | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Olympic Continuation High Concord | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Ygnacio Valley Elementary Concord | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Building Connections Academy Concord | 1.2 mi | — |
| CORE Education Academy Concord | 1.5 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CONCORD Concord | 1.4 mi | — |
| CORE EDUCATION ACADEMY Concord | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,790
Median Home Value
$572,400
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
36,767
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadow Homes Elementary
What grades does Meadow Homes Elementary serve?
Meadow Homes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Meadow Homes Elementary?
Meadow Homes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 711 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow Homes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadow Homes Elementary is 27.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadow Homes Elementary rank in CA?
Meadow Homes Elementary ranks #9,347 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Meadow Homes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadow Homes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Meadow Homes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadow Homes Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Meadow Homes Elementary a charter school?
No, Meadow Homes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadow Homes Elementary a Title I school?
No, Meadow Homes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadow Homes Elementary?
91.4% of students at Meadow Homes 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 711
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (925) 685-8760
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #45 of 47
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