Needs Improvement
#9315 of 9,539 schools in CA
Pasadena Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · San Juan Unified
4330 Pasadena Ave., Sacramento, CA 95821
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,315 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#188 of 198
public schools
In district
#60 of 65
San Juan Unified
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About Pasadena Avenue Elementary
Pasadena Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Pasadena Avenue Elementary serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pasadena Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,315 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pasadena Avenue Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pasadena Avenue Elementary runs 25.7:1 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 Pasadena Avenue 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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Pasadena Avenue Elementary — Students at Pasadena Avenue Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.6%
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: 3.0/10.
How Pasadena Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Pasadena Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4330 Pasadena Ave., Sacramento, CA 95821
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pasadena Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRESENTATION OF THE BLESSED MARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madison Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby North Highlands), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,331
Median Home Value
$470,900
Median Rent
$1,342/mo
Population
38,372
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pasadena Avenue Elementary
What grades does Pasadena Avenue Elementary serve?
Pasadena Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pasadena Avenue Elementary?
Pasadena Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pasadena Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pasadena Avenue Elementary is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pasadena Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Pasadena Avenue Elementary ranks #9,315 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pasadena Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pasadena Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Pasadena Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pasadena Avenue Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pasadena Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Pasadena Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pasadena Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pasadena Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pasadena Avenue Elementary?
68.6% of students at Pasadena Avenue 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
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.4%
- Phone
- (916) 971-7373
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #60 of 65
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