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#7324 of 9,539 schools in CA
South Bay Elementary
Middle School · South Bay Union Elementary · Eureka, CA
A South Bay Union Elementary middle school where students score 4 points below what's typical for similar communities.
6077 Loma Ave., Eureka, CA 95503
- Math 21% vs CA 37% (2024)
- Reading 29% vs CA 46% (2024)
- 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at South Bay Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
2024 CAASPP proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. CA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 8 points since 2020, reaching 25% in 2024.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 26% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 35% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
80.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where South Bay Elementary sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 11Car-Dependent
- Bike 30Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High4,301/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Eureka), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$76,708
Median home value
$411,500
Median rent
$1,485/mo
College educated
29.4%
Homeownership
69.7%
Poverty rate
15.8%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 95503; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern United - Humboldt CharterCharter · enrollment unverified | 9.3 | K–12 | 3.6 mi | 315 | Compare → |
| Pacific View Charter 2.0Charter · enrollment unverified | 7.5 | K–12 | 3.9 mi | 148 | Compare → |
| Winship MiddleEnrollment path unverified | 6.5 | 6–8 | 4.2 mi | 409 | Compare → |
| Glen PaulEnrollment path unverified | 3.9 | K–12 | 4.3 mi | 121 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
South Bay Union Elementary
- Schools in district
- 3
- Rank in district
- #3 of 3
- District spending per student
- $18,477NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 18.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
South Bay Elementary is listed in South Bay Union Elementary; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About South Bay Elementary
South Bay Elementary is a public middle school in Eureka, CA, part of South Bay Union Elementary, serving approximately 145 students in grades 4th-6th with a 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,324 of 9,539 schools in CA. State assessment records show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about South Bay Elementary
What grades does South Bay Elementary serve?
South Bay Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend South Bay Elementary?
South Bay Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Bay Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at South Bay Elementary is 24.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Bay Elementary rank in CA?
South Bay Elementary ranks #7,324 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is South Bay Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
South Bay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 South Bay Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Bay Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South Bay Elementary a charter school?
No, South Bay Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Bay Elementary a Title I school?
No, South Bay Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Bay Elementary?
80.7% of students at South Bay 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Humboldt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (707) 443-4828
- Area population (ZIP 95503)
- 24,442
- Area average commute
- 16.8 min
- Area median age
- 44.1
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 95503; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
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