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#6802 of 9,539 schools in CA
Pinewood Elementary
Elementary School · Pollock Pines Elementary
6181 Pine St., Pollock Pines, CA 95726
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,802 of 9,539
In Pollock Pines
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Pollock Pines Elementary
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Pinewood Elementary
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About Pinewood Elementary
Pinewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Pollock Pines, CA, part of Pollock Pines Elementary. Pinewood Elementary serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,802 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pinewood Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pinewood Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
47% of students at Pinewood 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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Pinewood Elementary — Students at Pinewood Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 5.0/10.
How Pinewood Elementary Compares
See how Pinewood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6181 Pine St., Pollock Pines, CA 95726
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Camino Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Camino), with a very similar rating. Another option is EL DORADO ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Placerville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sierra Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Placerville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pollock Pines, see our Pollock Pines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Ridge Middle Pollock Pines | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Camino Polytechnic Camino | 5.3 mi | — |
| Camino Elementary Camino | 5.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Pleasant Valley Middle Placerville | 7.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Walt Tyler Elementary Somerset | 9.2 mi | — |
| Gold Oak Elementary Placerville | 8.5 mi | 4.5 |
| El Dorado Adventist Placerville | 9.6 mi | — |
| EL DORADO ADVENTIST SCHOOL Placerville | 9.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Indian Diggings Elementary Somerset | 12.8 mi | — |
| Louisiana Schnell Elementary Placerville | 10.4 mi | 2.4 |
| Pioneer Elementary Somerset | 12.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Mountain Creek Middle Somerset | 13.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Sierra Elementary Placerville | 11.3 mi | 5.4 |
| El Dorado High Placerville | 12.2 mi | 5.8 |
| COUNTRY DAY MONTESSORI Placerville | 12.3 mi | — |
| Edwin Markham Middle Placerville | 12.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SUMMITVIEW ACADEMY Placerville | 12.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Sky Mountain Charter Placerville | 13.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Independence Continuation Placerville | 13.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Herbert C. Green Middle Placerville | 13.6 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,125
Median Home Value
$401,200
Median Rent
$1,099/mo
Population
8,229
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
46.4
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| Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks, CA | 5.3 |
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| Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.3 |
| Arminta Street Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 5.3 |
| Baldwin Hills Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.3 |
| Beach Park Elementary Foster City, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinewood Elementary
What grades does Pinewood Elementary serve?
Pinewood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Pinewood Elementary?
Pinewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pinewood Elementary rank in CA?
Pinewood Elementary ranks #6,802 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pinewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Pinewood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinewood Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pinewood Elementary a charter school?
No, Pinewood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pinewood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pinewood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinewood Elementary?
52.1% of students at Pinewood 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 315
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- El Dorado County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.0%
- Phone
- (530) 644-2384
Resources & Links
District
Pollock Pines Elementary- District Enrollment
- 575
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,242
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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