Needs Improvement
#9456 of 9,539 schools in CA
Peninsula Union
Elementary School · Peninsula Union
PO Box 175, Samoa, CA 95564
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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#9,456 of 9,539
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Peninsula Union
Elementary School in Samoa · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Peninsula Union
Peninsula Union is a public elementary school in Samoa, CA, part of Peninsula Union. Peninsula Union serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Peninsula Union has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,456 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Peninsula Union show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, Peninsula Union 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.
100% of students at Peninsula Union 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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Peninsula Union — Students at Peninsula Union score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 2.4/10.
How Peninsula Union Compares
See how Peninsula Union performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 175, Samoa, CA 95564
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peninsula Union may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Hill Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Eureka), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cutten Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Eureka), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lafayette Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Eureka), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Samoa, see our Samoa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Coast Montessori Eureka | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Alder Grove Charter School 2 Eureka | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Gospel Outreach School Eureka | 1.9 mi | — |
| Eureka Community Eureka | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| REDWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Eureka | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| MISTWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Eureka | 2.2 mi | — |
| Eureka Senior High Eureka | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Pacific View Charter 2.0 Eureka | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ST BERNARD'S ACADEMY Eureka | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Bernard's Academy Eureka | 2.8 mi | — |
| Zoe Barnum High Eureka | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Alice Birney Elementary Eureka | 3.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Catherine L. Zane Middle Eureka | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Humboldt County Office of Education Juvenile Hall Court Eureka | 3.1 mi | — |
| Grant Elementary Eureka | 3.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Lafayette Elementary Eureka | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Washington Elementary Eureka | 3.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Pine Hill Elementary Eureka | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| GOSPEL OUTREACH SCHOOL Eureka | 3.8 mi | — |
| Cutten Elementary Eureka | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,250
Median Home Value
$421,900
Median Rent
$1,241/mo
Population
477
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
36%
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
41.6
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| The Leadership Academy Lancaster, CA | 3.0 |
| Greeley Hill Elementary Coulterville, CA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peninsula Union
What grades does Peninsula Union serve?
Peninsula Union serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Peninsula Union?
Peninsula Union has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peninsula Union?
The student-teacher ratio at Peninsula Union is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peninsula Union rank in CA?
Peninsula Union ranks #9,456 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Peninsula Union's MySchoolScout rating?
Peninsula Union has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Peninsula Union?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peninsula Union has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Peninsula Union a charter school?
No, Peninsula Union is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peninsula Union a Title I school?
No, Peninsula Union is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peninsula Union?
80.0% of students at Peninsula Union 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Humboldt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 100.0%
- Phone
- (707) 443-2731
Resources & Links
District
Peninsula Union- District Enrollment
- 65
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,756
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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