Below Average
#8027 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary
Elementary School · Woodland Joint Unified
720 Homestead Way, Woodland, CA 95776
Enrollment
783
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
783
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,027 of 9,539
In Woodland
#14 of 17
public schools
In district
#14 of 17
Woodland Joint Unified
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Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary
Elementary School in Woodland · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary
Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary is a public elementary school in Woodland, CA, part of Woodland Joint Unified. Ramon S.
Tafoya Elementary serves approximately 783 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,027 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary runs 27:1 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.
35% of students at Ramon S. Tafoya 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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Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary — Students at Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.7%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary Compares
See how Ramon S. Tafoya 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
720 Homestead Way, Woodland, CA 95776
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spring Lake Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Freeman Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodland, see our Woodland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pioneer High Woodland | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Dan Jacobs Woodland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Woodland Prairie Elementary Woodland | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| WOODLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Woodland | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Spring Lake Elementary Woodland | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Douglass Middle Woodland | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Beamer Elementary Woodland | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Dingle Elementary Woodland | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Gibson Elementary Woodland | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Woodland | 2.2 mi | — |
| Lee Middle Woodland | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Freeman Elementary Woodland | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Woodland Senior High Woodland | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woodland | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| LIFT Global Academy Woodland | 2.7 mi | — |
| T. L. Whitehead Elementary Woodland | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Zamora Elementary Woodland | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Cesar Chavez Community Woodland | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Yolo County Special Education Woodland | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Rhoda Maxwell Elementary Woodland | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,020
Median Home Value
$554,900
Median Rent
$1,677/mo
Population
27,189
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
34.7
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| Beckman Elementary Lodi, CA | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary
What grades does Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary serve?
Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary?
Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 783 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary rank in CA?
Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary ranks #8,027 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary a charter school?
No, Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary?
80.7% of students at Ramon S. Tafoya 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 783
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yolo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (530) 666-4324
Resources & Links
District
Woodland Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,483
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,138
- District Rank
- #14 of 17
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