Below Average
#7430 of 9,539 schools in CA
Minnie Cannon Elementary
Elementary School · Middletown Unified
20932 Big Canyon Rd., Middletown, CA 95461
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,430 of 9,539
In Middletown
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Middletown Unified
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Minnie Cannon Elementary
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About Minnie Cannon Elementary
Minnie Cannon Elementary is a public elementary school in Middletown, CA, part of Middletown Unified. Minnie Cannon Elementary serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Minnie Cannon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,430 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Minnie Cannon Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Minnie Cannon 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.
Test scores at Minnie Cannon Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Minnie Cannon Elementary runs 24.8:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Minnie Cannon Elementary — Students at Minnie Cannon Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 7.2/10.
How Minnie Cannon Elementary Compares
See how Minnie Cannon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20932 Big Canyon Rd., Middletown, CA 95461
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minnie Cannon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake County International Charter (rated 5.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Coyote Valley Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 4.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lower Lake Elementary (rated 3.0/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Lower Lake), a more accessible option. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| California Connections Academy North Bay Ripon | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Loconoma Valley High Middletown | 0.1 mi | — |
| Middletown High Middletown | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Middletown Middle Middletown | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Middletown | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Lake County International Charter Middletown | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Middletown Adventist Middletown | 1.1 mi | — |
| MIDDLETOWN ADVENTIST SCHOOL Middletown | 1.1 mi | — |
| Coyote Valley Elementary Middletown | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Zemorah Christian Academy Lower Lake | 6.3 mi | — |
| Cobb Mountain Elementary Middletown | 7.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Wellspring Academy Lower Lake | 9.7 mi | — |
| Highlands Academy Lower Lake | 10.8 mi | — |
| Richard H. Lewis Alternative Lower Lake | 10.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Lower Lake High Lower Lake | 10.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Carle (William C.) High (Continuation) Lower Lake | 10.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Lower Lake Elementary Lower Lake | 11.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Clearlake Creativity Clearlake | 12.2 mi | — |
| Calistoga Junior/Senior High Calistoga | 12.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Blue Heron Lower Lake | 12.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,830
Median Home Value
$385,000
Median Rent
$2,192/mo
Population
3,720
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
71.3%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
46.9
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| Albert F. Biella Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 4.9 |
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| Browns Elementary Rio Oso, CA | 4.9 |
| Chester Elementary Chester, CA | 4.9 |
| Donald J. Meyer Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minnie Cannon Elementary
What grades does Minnie Cannon Elementary serve?
Minnie Cannon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Minnie Cannon Elementary?
Minnie Cannon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minnie Cannon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Minnie Cannon Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Minnie Cannon Elementary rank in CA?
Minnie Cannon Elementary ranks #7,430 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Minnie Cannon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Minnie Cannon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Minnie Cannon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Minnie Cannon Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Minnie Cannon Elementary a charter school?
No, Minnie Cannon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Minnie Cannon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Minnie Cannon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minnie Cannon Elementary?
65.2% of students at Minnie Cannon 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
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (707) 987-4130
Resources & Links
District
Middletown Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,476
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,252
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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