Very Good
#3260 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Peter J. Shields Elementary
Elementary School · Folsom-Cordova Unified
10434 Georgetown Dr., Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,260 of 9,539
In Rancho Cordova
#4 of 18
public schools
In district
#18 of 34
Folsom-Cordova Unified
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Peter J. Shields Elementary
Elementary School in Rancho Cordova · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Peter J. Shields Elementary
Peter J. Shields Elementary is a public elementary school in Rancho Cordova, CA, part of Folsom-Cordova Unified. Peter J.
Shields Elementary serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Peter J. Shields Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,260 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Peter J. Shields Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Peter J. Shields 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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Peter J. Shields Elementary — Students at Peter J. Shields Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Peter J. Shields Elementary Compares
See how Peter J. Shields 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
10434 Georgetown Dr., Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peter J. Shields Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverview STEM Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cordova Gardens Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rancho Cordova, see our Rancho Cordova schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORDOVA BAPTIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Rancho Cordova | 0.2 mi | — |
| St. John Vianney Catholic School Rancho Cordova | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Rancho Cordova | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Mills Middle Rancho Cordova | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Rancho Cordova Elementary Rancho Cordova | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Cordova High Rancho Cordova | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverview STEM Elementary Rancho Cordova | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Cordova Gardens Elementary Rancho Cordova | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Williamson Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| White Rock Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Innovations Academy Rancho Cordova | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Walnutwood High (Independent Study) Rancho Cordova | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Cordova Meadows Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| W. E. Mitchell Middle Rancho Cordova | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Kinney High (Continuation) Rancho Cordova | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Prospect Community Day Rancho Cordova | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Cordova Villa Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Mary Deterding Elementary Carmichael | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| SACRAMENTO WALDORF SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| CCHAT Center–Sacramento Rancho Cordova | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,414
Median Home Value
$463,100
Median Rent
$1,693/mo
Population
59,314
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peter J. Shields Elementary
What grades does Peter J. Shields Elementary serve?
Peter J. Shields Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Peter J. Shields Elementary?
Peter J. Shields Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peter J. Shields Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Peter J. Shields Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peter J. Shields Elementary rank in CA?
Peter J. Shields Elementary ranks #3,260 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Peter J. Shields Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Peter J. Shields Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Peter J. Shields Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peter J. Shields Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Peter J. Shields Elementary a charter school?
No, Peter J. Shields Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peter J. Shields Elementary a Title I school?
No, Peter J. Shields Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peter J. Shields Elementary?
71.2% of students at Peter J. Shields 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
- 319
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (916) 294-9160
Resources & Links
District
Folsom-Cordova Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,977
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,050
- District Rank
- #18 of 34
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