Very Good
#2686 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
William Brooks Elementary
Elementary School · Buckeye Union Elementary
3610 Park Dr., EL Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,686 of 9,539
In EL Dorado Hills
#9 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
Buckeye Union Elementary
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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William Brooks Elementary
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About William Brooks Elementary
William Brooks Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Dorado Hills, CA, part of Buckeye Union Elementary. William Brooks Elementary serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.2:1 student-teacher ratio. William Brooks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,686 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for William Brooks Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
William Brooks Elementary runs 26.2:1 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
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William Brooks Elementary — Students at William Brooks Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How William Brooks Elementary Compares
See how William Brooks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3610 Park Dr., EL Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Brooks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Russell Ranch Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Folsom), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rising Sun Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Empire Oaks Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Folsom), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in EL Dorado Hills, see our EL Dorado Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Ranch Elementary Folsom | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Frederes Homeschool El Dorado Hills | 1.0 mi | — |
| Silva Valley Elementary El Dorado Hills | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| DISTRICT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Dorado Hills | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Oak Meadow Elementary El Dorado Hills | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Buckeye Union Mandarin Immersion Charter El Dorado Hills | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| GIFT OF KIDS INC El Dorado Hills | 1.5 mi | — |
| Point Quest Education - El Dorado Hills El Dorado Hills | 1.6 mi | — |
| POINT QUEST EDUCATION - EL DORADO HILLS El Dorado Hills | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Oak Ridge High El Dorado Hills | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| GHS ACADEMY- GOLDEN HILLS SCHOOL El Dorado Hills | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| G.H.S. Academy El Dorado Hills | 1.7 mi | — |
| Vista del Lago High Folsom | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Rolling Hills Middle El Dorado Hills | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Clarksville Charter Orangevile | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Summitview Academy El Dorado Hills | 1.9 mi | — |
| Cottonwood El Dorado Hills | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Empire Oaks Elementary Folsom | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Rising Sun Montessori El Dorado Hills | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Marble Valley Academy El Dorado Hills | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$165,979
Median Home Value
$881,500
Median Rent
$2,479/mo
Population
47,262
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
87.2%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
45.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Brooks Elementary
What grades does William Brooks Elementary serve?
William Brooks Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William Brooks Elementary?
William Brooks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Brooks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William Brooks Elementary is 26.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Brooks Elementary rank in CA?
William Brooks Elementary ranks #2,686 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is William Brooks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William Brooks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 William Brooks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Brooks Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William Brooks Elementary a charter school?
No, William Brooks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Brooks Elementary a Title I school?
No, William Brooks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Brooks Elementary?
14.0% of students at William Brooks 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
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Dorado County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.4%
- Phone
- (916) 933-6618
Resources & Links
District
Buckeye Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,255
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,959
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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