Needs Improvement
#9432 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rother Elementary
Elementary School · Enterprise Elementary
795 Hartnell Ave., Redding, CA 96002
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,432 of 9,539
In Redding
#40 of 40
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
Enterprise Elementary
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Rother Elementary
Elementary School in Redding · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rother Elementary
Rother Elementary is a public elementary school in Redding, CA, part of Enterprise Elementary. Rother Elementary serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rother Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #9,432 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rother Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rother Elementary runs 22.6:1 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.
44% of students at Rother 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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Rother Elementary — Students at Rother Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 2.0/10.
How Rother Elementary Compares
See how Rother Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
795 Hartnell Ave., Redding, CA 96002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rother Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bonny View Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PACE Academy (rated 6.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lassen View Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redding, see our Redding schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Parsons Junior High Redding | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Redding Collegiate Academy Redding | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| PACE Academy Redding | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Enterprise High Redding | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL REDDING Redding | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| REDDING ADVENTIST ACADEMY Redding | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Redding Adventist Academy Redding | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lassen View Elementary Redding | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Mistletoe Elementary Redding | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Shasta Charter Academy Redding | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Shasta Meadows Elementary Redding | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Spectrum Center Redding Redding | 1.4 mi | — |
| Juniper Redding | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Shasta County Juvenile Court Redding | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Cypress Elementary Redding | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Bonny View Elementary Redding | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Alta Mesa Elementary Redding | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ShadyMontessori Elementary of Shady Oaks Redding | 1.9 mi | — |
| Mount Calvary Christian Academy Redding | 1.7 mi | — |
| Sequoia Middle Redding | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,230
Median Home Value
$347,500
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
34,023
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
38.5
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|---|---|
| Copperopolis Elementary Copperopolis, CA | 2.6 |
| Crest Elementary El Cajon, CA | 2.6 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Indio, CA | 2.6 |
| New Jerusalem Tracy, CA | 2.6 |
| San Andreas Elementary San Andreas, CA | 2.6 |
| Think College Now Elementary Oakland, CA | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rother Elementary
What grades does Rother Elementary serve?
Rother Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rother Elementary?
Rother Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rother Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rother Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rother Elementary rank in CA?
Rother Elementary ranks #9,432 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rother Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rother Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Rother Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rother Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rother Elementary a charter school?
No, Rother Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rother Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rother Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rother Elementary?
76.0% of students at Rother 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Shasta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (530) 224-4170
Resources & Links
District
Enterprise Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,538
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,175
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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