Needs Improvement
#9304 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sun Terrace Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
2448 Floyd Ln., Concord, CA 94520
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,304 of 9,539
In Concord
#21 of 23
public schools
In district
#42 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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Sun Terrace Elementary
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About Sun Terrace Elementary
Sun Terrace Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Sun Terrace Elementary serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
Sun Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,304 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Sun Terrace Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sun Terrace Elementary runs 23.6:1 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.
33% of students at Sun Terrace 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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Sun Terrace Elementary — Students at Sun Terrace Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.8/10.
How Sun Terrace Elementary Compares
See how Sun Terrace Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2448 Floyd Ln., Concord, CA 94520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sun Terrace Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE CONCORDIA SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocketship Futuro Academy (rated 4.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holbrook Language Academy Concord | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Rocketship Futuro Academy Redwood City | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Glenbrook Academy Concord | 0.5 mi | — |
| Floyd I. Marchus Concord | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Mt. Diablo High Concord | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Olympic Continuation High Concord | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CONCORD Concord | 1.4 mi | — |
| QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL Concord | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Queen of All Saints Elementary Concord | 1.4 mi | — |
| Crossroads High Concord | 1.4 mi | — |
| BEGINNINGS & BEYOND MONTESSORI Concord | 1.6 mi | — |
| Building Connections Academy Concord | 1.6 mi | — |
| Wren Avenue Elementary Concord | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN Concord | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Monte Gardens Elementary Concord | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Orion Academy Concord | 1.9 mi | — |
| THE CONCORDIA SCHOOL Concord | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Sunrise (Special Education) Concord | 1.7 mi | — |
| DE LA SALLE ACADEMY Concord | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| De La Salle Academy, Inc. Concord | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,790
Median Home Value
$572,400
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
36,767
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sun Terrace Elementary
What grades does Sun Terrace Elementary serve?
Sun Terrace Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sun Terrace Elementary?
Sun Terrace Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sun Terrace Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sun Terrace Elementary is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sun Terrace Elementary rank in CA?
Sun Terrace Elementary ranks #9,304 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sun Terrace Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sun Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Sun Terrace Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sun Terrace Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sun Terrace Elementary a charter school?
No, Sun Terrace Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sun Terrace Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sun Terrace Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sun Terrace Elementary?
71.9% of students at Sun Terrace 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (925) 682-4861
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #42 of 47
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