Excellent
#1615 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Shannon Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
685 Marlesta Rd., Pinole, CA 94564
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,615 of 9,539
In Pinole
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Shannon Elementary
Elementary School in Pinole · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shannon Elementary
Shannon Elementary is a public elementary school in Pinole, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Shannon Elementary serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Shannon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,615 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Shannon Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Shannon Elementary runs 21.4:1 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.
37% of students at Shannon 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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Shannon Elementary — Students at Shannon Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Shannon Elementary Compares
See how Shannon 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
685 Marlesta Rd., Pinole, CA 94564
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shannon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West County Mandarin (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Caliber: Beta Academy (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Richmond), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pinole, see our Pinole schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tara Hills Elementary San Pablo | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Pinole Middle Pinole | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| West County Mandarin Pinole | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Caliber: Beta Academy Richmond | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Spectrum Center Tara Hills Campus San Pablo | 0.6 mi | — |
| SPECTRUM CENTER - TARA HILLS San Pablo | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| King's Academy Pinole | 0.7 mi | — |
| Betty Reid Soskin Middle El Sobrante | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Seneca Family of Agencies, Catalyst Academy El Sobrante | 1.2 mi | — |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIE- CATALYST ACADEMY El Sobrante | 1.2 mi | — |
| BIG MINDS Pinole | 1.0 mi | — |
| Big Minds Unschool Online Pinole | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinole | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LA CASITA BILINGUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pinole | 1.2 mi | — |
| Aspire Richmond Technology Academy Oakland | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| A Better Chance / California Autism Foundation Richmond | 1.3 mi | — |
| A BETTER CHANCE SCHOOL/CAL AUTISM FOUNDATION Richmond | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| PATTYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond | 1.6 mi | — |
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,833
Median Home Value
$697,100
Median Rent
$2,738/mo
Population
18,835
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shannon Elementary
What grades does Shannon Elementary serve?
Shannon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Shannon Elementary?
Shannon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shannon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Shannon Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shannon Elementary rank in CA?
Shannon Elementary ranks #1,615 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Shannon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Shannon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Shannon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shannon Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shannon Elementary a charter school?
No, Shannon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shannon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Shannon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shannon Elementary?
65.6% of students at Shannon 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
- 343
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.0%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1454
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #7 of 52
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