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Spanos (alex G.) Elementary

Elementary School · Stockton Unified

536 South California St., Stockton, CA 95203

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

28.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,940 of 9,539

In Stockton

#42 of 109

public schools

In district

#20 of 54

Stockton Unified

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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5.8/10

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About Spanos (alex G.) Elementary

Spanos (alex G.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Stockton, CA, part of Stockton Unified. Spanos (alex G.) Elementary serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 28.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Spanos (alex G.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,940 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Spanos (alex G.) Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Spanos (alex G.) Elementary runs 28.6:1 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-26.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.1 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio28.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,118
Chronic Absenteeism28.5%

Spanos (alex G.) Elementary — Students at Spanos (alex G.) Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 23.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 23.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
32%
ELA
26%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
26%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
30%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
14.7%
ELA
18.9%
2024
Math
19.2%
ELA
24.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Spanos (alex G.) Elementary Compares

See how Spanos (alex G.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in CA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
29:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

Location

536 South California St., Stockton, CA 95203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spanos (alex G.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pittman Charter (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is KIPP University Park (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Stockton, see our Stockton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Team Charter Academy Stockton 0.4 mi 6.4
TEAM Charter Stockton 0.4 mi 4.6
Stockton Collegiate International Secondary Stockton 0.4 mi 6.9
Stockton Collegiate International Elementary Stockton 0.4 mi 2.2
Voices College Bound Language Academy at Stockton San Jose 0.5 mi 2.6
Jane Frederick High Stockton 0.7 mi 5.2
Aspire APEX Academy Oakland 0.7 mi 1.8
Edison High Stockton 0.8 mi 6.2
Weber Institute Stockton 0.7 mi 9.0
Stockton High Stockton 0.7 mi 4.0
Pittman Charter Stockton 1.0 mi 6.7
KIPP University Park Stockton 1.0 mi 6.6
K-12 Stockton 1.0 mi
Dr. Lewis Dolphin Stallworth Sr. Charter Stockton 0.9 mi 6.2
Hazelton Elementary Stockton 0.9 mi 3.1
Dolores Huerta Elementary Stockton 1.1 mi 3.2
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON Stockton 1.1 mi 6.3
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON Stockton 1.1 mi 6.0
All Saints Academy of Stockton Stockton 1.2 mi
Health Careers Academy Stockton 1.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,710

Median Home Value

$349,800

Median Rent

$1,248/mo

Population

16,628

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

40.8%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

32.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spanos (alex G.) Elementary

What grades does Spanos (alex G.) Elementary serve?

Spanos (alex G.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Spanos (alex G.) Elementary?

Spanos (alex G.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spanos (alex G.) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Spanos (alex G.) Elementary is 28.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spanos (alex G.) Elementary rank in CA?

Spanos (alex G.) Elementary ranks #5,940 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Spanos (alex G.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Spanos (alex G.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Spanos (alex G.) Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spanos (alex G.) Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Spanos (alex G.) Elementary a charter school?

No, Spanos (alex G.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spanos (alex G.) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Spanos (alex G.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spanos (alex G.) Elementary?

92.0% of students at Spanos (alex G.) 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
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher Ratio
28.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Joaquin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

District

Stockton Unified
District Enrollment
34,544
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,118
District Rank
#20 of 54

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