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Prestwood Elementary

Elementary School · Sonoma Valley Unified

343 East MacArthur St., Sonoma, CA 95476

Enrollment

260

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,784 of 9,539

In Sonoma

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Sonoma Valley Unified

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Prestwood Elementary

6.9/10

Elementary School in Sonoma · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.0/10

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About Prestwood Elementary

Prestwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Sonoma, CA, part of Sonoma Valley Unified. Prestwood Elementary serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Prestwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,784 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Prestwood Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,055
Chronic Absenteeism25%

Prestwood Elementary — Students at Prestwood Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
36.4%
ELA
41.3%
2024
Math
36.5%
ELA
49.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Prestwood Elementary Compares

See how Prestwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
60th percentile in CA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

Location

343 East MacArthur St., Sonoma, CA 95476

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prestwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sonoma Charter (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Woodland Star Charter (rated 7.6/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Glen Ellen), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sassarini Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sonoma, see our Sonoma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Creekside High Sonoma 0.4 mi 4.0
Sonoma Valley High Sonoma 0.4 mi 7.2
Adele Harrison Middle Sonoma 0.4 mi 7.3
St. Francis Solano Sonoma 0.9 mi
ST FRANCIS SOLANO SCHOOL Sonoma 0.9 mi 6.2
THE PRESENTATION SCHOOL Sonoma 1.1 mi 6.2
SOLOQUEST SCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Sonoma 1.0 mi
SoloQuest High Scool Sonoma 1.0 mi
Sassarini Elementary Sonoma 1.0 mi 7.4
El Verano Elementary Sonoma 2.4 mi 6.8
NEW SONG SCHOOL Sonoma 2.9 mi
Flowery Elementary Sonoma 3.1 mi 7.0
Sonoma Charter Sonoma 3.3 mi 7.6
Altimira Middle Sonoma 3.2 mi 5.8
Hanna Academy Sonoma 3.7 mi
ARCHBISHOP HANNA HIGH SCHOOL Sonoma 3.9 mi 6.7
Browns Valley Elementary Napa 6.2 mi 6.2
Woodland Star Charter Glen Ellen 8.2 mi 7.6
La Sagrada Familia Catholic International Home School Academy Napa 7.7 mi
Hopewell Baptist Christian Academy Napa 7.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95476 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,322

Median Home Value

$882,300

Median Rent

$2,127/mo

Population

35,139

College Educated

41.1%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

52.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prestwood Elementary

What grades does Prestwood Elementary serve?

Prestwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Prestwood Elementary?

Prestwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prestwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Prestwood Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prestwood Elementary rank in CA?

Prestwood Elementary ranks #3,784 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Prestwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Prestwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Prestwood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Prestwood Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Prestwood Elementary a charter school?

No, Prestwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Prestwood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Prestwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prestwood Elementary?

35.8% of students at Prestwood 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Sonoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

District

Sonoma Valley Unified
District Enrollment
3,129
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,055
District Rank
#5 of 8

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