Below Average
#7998 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sequoia Elementary
Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified
3333 Rosemont Dr., Sacramento, CA 95826
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,998 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#130 of 198
public schools
In district
#42 of 71
Sacramento City Unified
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About Sequoia Elementary
Sequoia Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified. Sequoia Elementary serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,998 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sequoia Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sequoia Elementary runs 24.4:1 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.
40% of students at Sequoia 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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Sequoia Elementary — Students at Sequoia Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
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: 3.8/10.
How Sequoia Elementary Compares
See how Sequoia 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
3333 Rosemont Dr., Sacramento, CA 95826
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sequoia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Growth Public (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Golden Empire Elementary (rated 4.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sierra-Enterprise Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KOREAN SCHOOL OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Isador Cohen Elementary Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Golden Empire Elementary Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Albert Einstein Middle Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Growth Public Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| O. W. Erlewine Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| James Marshall Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Rosemont High Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| El Centro Jr./Sr. High Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Hubert H. Bancroft Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Rio Americano High Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Sierra-Enterprise Elementary Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.6 mi | — |
| Cristo Rey High School Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
| SIERRA SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Jesuit High School Carmichael | 2.4 mi | — |
| Sierra Oaks K-8 Sacramento | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Carmichael | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95826 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,689
Median Home Value
$441,300
Median Rent
$1,691/mo
Population
40,500
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sequoia Elementary
What grades does Sequoia Elementary serve?
Sequoia Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sequoia Elementary?
Sequoia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sequoia Elementary rank in CA?
Sequoia Elementary ranks #7,998 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sequoia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sequoia 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 Sequoia Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoia Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sequoia Elementary a charter school?
No, Sequoia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sequoia Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sequoia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sequoia Elementary?
70.2% of students at Sequoia 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 439
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (916) 395-4695
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento City Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,268
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,892
- District Rank
- #42 of 71
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