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#4104 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
Sutters Mill
Elementary School · Gold Trail Union Elementary
4801 Luneman Rd., Placerville, CA 95667
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,104 of 9,539
In Placerville
#6 of 17
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Gold Trail Union Elementary
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Sutters Mill
Sutters Mill is a public elementary school in Placerville, CA, part of Gold Trail Union Elementary. Sutters Mill serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sutters Mill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,104 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sutters Mill show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sutters Mill runs 20.9:1 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.
Sutters Mill sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
44% of students at Sutters Mill 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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Sutters Mill — Students at Sutters Mill score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Sutters Mill Compares
See how Sutters Mill performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4801 Luneman Rd., Placerville, CA 95667
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sutters Mill may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rescue Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Rescue), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charter Alternative Program (CAP) (rated 7.7/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, California Montessori Project-Shingle Springs Campus (rated 7.6/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Placerville, see our Placerville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gold Trail Placerville | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Roundtree Acadamy Placerville | 4.4 mi | — |
| Rescue Elementary Rescue | 4.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Indian Creek Elementary Placerville | 4.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Charter Community School Home Study Academy Placerville | 4.6 mi | 7.2 |
| El Dorado Co Office of Ed Special Ed Programs Placerville | 4.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Charter Alternative Program (CAP) Placerville | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Ponderosa High Shingle Springs | 6.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Buckeye Elementary Shingle Springs | 6.9 mi | 6.5 |
| California Montessori Project-Shingle Springs Campus Carmichael | 6.9 mi | 7.6 |
| CAMERON PARK MONTESSORI Shingle Springs | 7.3 mi | — |
| Golden Sierra Junior Senior High Garden Valley | 6.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Green Valley Elementary Rescue | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SUMMITVIEW ACADEMY Placerville | 6.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Herbert C. Green Middle Placerville | 6.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Edwin Markham Middle Placerville | 6.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SUMMITVIEW RANCH ACADEMY Placerville | 7.1 mi | — |
| COUNTRY DAY MONTESSORI Placerville | 6.5 mi | — |
| Pleasant Grove Middle Rescue | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| El Dorado High Placerville | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95667 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,499
Median Home Value
$527,900
Median Rent
$1,408/mo
Population
36,286
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
75.2%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
49.1
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| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla, CA | 6.7 |
| American Union Elementary Fresno, CA | 6.7 |
| BRISKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 6.7 |
| BUNDY CANYON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wildomar, CA | 6.7 |
| Cherokee Point Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.7 |
| Del Mar Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sutters Mill
What grades does Sutters Mill serve?
Sutters Mill serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Sutters Mill?
Sutters Mill has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sutters Mill?
The student-teacher ratio at Sutters Mill is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sutters Mill rank in CA?
Sutters Mill ranks #4,104 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sutters Mill's MySchoolScout rating?
Sutters Mill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Sutters Mill?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sutters Mill has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sutters Mill a charter school?
No, Sutters Mill is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sutters Mill a Title I school?
No, Sutters Mill is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sutters Mill?
33.0% of students at Sutters Mill 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- El Dorado County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (530) 626-2591
Resources & Links
District
Gold Trail Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 498
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,671
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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