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#941 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 10% in state

South/west Park Elementary

Elementary School · Tracy Joint Unified

500 West Mount Diablo Rd., Tracy, CA 95376

Enrollment

809

Student-Teacher

21.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Tracy

#1 of 31

public schools

California elementary schools

#677 of 5,817

In district

#1 of 18

Tracy Joint Unified

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About South/west Park Elementary

South/west Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Tracy, CA, part of the Tracy Joint Unified. The school serves approximately 809 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 21.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 90.1th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 33% proficiency in math, 7 points below the state average and 35% in reading/language arts, 10 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $103,493, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at South/west Park Elementary is 21.9:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.66 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendImproving
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.4%
Reading/ELA Proficiency38%
Math vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.8 pts
Overall Proficiency37%
Expected (poverty-adj.)29%
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,839

South/west Park Elementary — Students at South/west Park Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.5%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 35.3%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
36.5%
ELA
37.9%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How South/west Park Elementary Compares

See how South/west Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
90th percentile in CA
Academic
7.4/10
7.4/10
Growth
9.6/10
Above average
Environment
5.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers

Location

500 West Mount Diablo Rd., Tracy, CA 95376

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South/west Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Louis A. Bohn Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Monticello Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Primary Charter (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tracy, see our Tracy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Grace Mennonite School Winton 0.5 mi
Gladys Poet-Christian Elementary Tracy 0.7 mi 4.0
Duncan-Russell Community Day Tracy 0.8 mi
George and Evelyn Stein Continuation Tracy 0.8 mi 6.0
Earle E. Williams Middle Tracy 0.7 mi 6.3
Louis J. Villalovoz Elementary Tracy 0.7 mi 4.7
Louis A. Bohn Elementary Tracy 0.7 mi 7.4
Wanda Hirsch Elementary Tracy 1.0 mi 4.9
Central Elementary Tracy 1.1 mi 5.7
ST BERNARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tracy 1.1 mi 6.5
WEST VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy 1.1 mi 6.0
Tracy High Tracy 1.2 mi 6.1
McKinley Elementary Tracy 1.3 mi 6.5
Monticello Elementary Tracy 1.4 mi 7.3
Millennium Charter Tracy 1.4 mi 7.1
Discovery Charter Tracy 1.4 mi 4.3
Primary Charter Tracy 1.4 mi 7.0
BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy 1.4 mi 6.0
Monte Vista Middle Tracy 1.5 mi 7.8
TRACY SDA SCHOOL Tracy 1.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,493

Median Home Value

$588,200

Median Rent

$2,023/mo

Population

54,853

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

60.6%

Avg Commute

40.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

33.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding South/west Park Elementary has a median household income of $103,493. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $588,200, with a median rent of $2,023/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 41 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Alta California Elementary Panorama City, CA 8.2
Berlyn Elementary Ontario, CA 8.2
Buford Elementary Lennox, CA 8.2
Canyon Vista Elementary Aliso Viejo, CA 8.2
Carlton Hills Elementary Santee, CA 8.2
Cecilia Lucero Solorio Elementary Fontana, CA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South/west Park Elementary

What grades does South/west Park Elementary serve?

South/west Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend South/west Park Elementary?

South/west Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 809 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South/west Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at South/west Park Elementary is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South/west Park Elementary rank in CA?

South/west Park Elementary is ranked #941 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is South/west Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

South/west Park Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at South/west Park Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, South/west Park Elementary has 32.5% math proficiency and 35.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is South/west Park Elementary a charter school?

No, South/west Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is South/west Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, South/west Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South/west Park Elementary?

80.6% of students at South/west Park 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,901/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Tracy). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
809
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
San Joaquin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Tracy Joint Unified
District Enrollment
13,846
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,876
District Rank
#1 of 18

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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