Below Average
#8456 of 9,539 schools in CA
Nancy Cory Elementary
Elementary School · Lancaster Elementary
3540 West Ave. K-4, Lancaster, CA 93536
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,456 of 9,539
In Lancaster
#25 of 47
public schools
In district
#11 of 22
Lancaster Elementary
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Nancy Cory Elementary
Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nancy Cory Elementary
Nancy Cory Elementary is a public elementary school in Lancaster, CA, part of Lancaster Elementary. Nancy Cory Elementary serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Nancy Cory Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,456 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Nancy Cory Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Nancy Cory Elementary runs 26.5:1 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.
49% of students at Nancy Cory 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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Nancy Cory Elementary — Students at Nancy Cory Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
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: 4.4/10.
How Nancy Cory Elementary Compares
See how Nancy Cory Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3540 West Ave. K-4, Lancaster, CA 93536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nancy Cory Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lancaster Alternative and Virtual Academies (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Wind Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOAR High (Students On Academic Rise) Lancaster | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| West Wind Elementary Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Valley View Elementary Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Endeavour Middle Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Amargosa Creek Middle Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Eduventuring Academy PSP Quartz Hill | 1.4 mi | — |
| PARACLETE HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Paraclete High School Lancaster | 1.6 mi | — |
| Lancaster High Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Academy of Divergent Learners Quartz Hill | 1.5 mi | — |
| Fabunni Private School Lancaster | 1.7 mi | — |
| Small Wonders Preschool & Learning Center Quartz Hill | 1.7 mi | — |
| Desert Sands Charter Lancaster | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 2.1 mi | — |
| Quartz Hill Elementary Quartz Hill | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Joe Walker Middle Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Lancaster Alternative and Virtual Academies Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Anapasec Adventures Lancaster | 2.4 mi | — |
| Sunnydale Elementary Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,927
Median Home Value
$484,900
Median Rent
$1,946/mo
Population
72,013
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
36.8
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| Berylwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.1 |
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| Central Elementary Banning, CA | 4.1 |
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| Christine Sipherd Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nancy Cory Elementary
What grades does Nancy Cory Elementary serve?
Nancy Cory Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Nancy Cory Elementary?
Nancy Cory Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nancy Cory Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Nancy Cory Elementary is 26.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nancy Cory Elementary rank in CA?
Nancy Cory Elementary ranks #8,456 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Nancy Cory Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Nancy Cory Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Nancy Cory Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nancy Cory Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Nancy Cory Elementary a charter school?
No, Nancy Cory Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nancy Cory Elementary a Title I school?
No, Nancy Cory Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nancy Cory Elementary?
79.9% of students at Nancy Cory 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
- 715
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.1%
- Phone
- (661) 722-1010
Resources & Links
District
Lancaster Elementary- District Enrollment
- 13,832
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,710
- District Rank
- #11 of 22
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