Very Good
#1948 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
Yamato Colony Elementary
Elementary School · Livingston Union
800 North Main St., Livingston, CA 95334
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,948 of 9,539
In Livingston
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Livingston Union
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Yamato Colony Elementary
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About Yamato Colony Elementary
Yamato Colony Elementary is a public elementary school in Livingston, CA, part of Livingston Union. Yamato Colony Elementary serves approximately 620 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Yamato Colony Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,948 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yamato Colony Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Yamato Colony Elementary runs 21.4:1 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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Yamato Colony Elementary — Students at Yamato Colony Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Yamato Colony Elementary Compares
See how Yamato Colony Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 North Main St., Livingston, CA 95334
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yamato Colony Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cressey Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Ballico), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frank Sparkes Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Winton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Aileen Colburn Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Atwater), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Campus Park Elementary Livingston | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Selma Herndon Elementary Livingston | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Livingston High Livingston | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Livingston Middle Livingston | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Floyd A. Schelby Merced | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| LONGVIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Livingston | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Cressey Elementary Ballico | 3.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Ballico-Cressey Community Charter Ballico | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| GRACE MENNONITE SCHOOL Winton | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| El Capitan Elementary Delhi | 4.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Schendel Elementary Delhi | 4.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Harmony Elementary Delhi | 4.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Delhi High Delhi | 4.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Delhi Middle Delhi | 4.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Winton Middle Winton | 5.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Frank Sparkes Elementary Winton | 5.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Sybil N. Crookham Elementary Winton | 5.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Atwater High Atwater | 5.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater | 6.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Atwater Senior Academy Atwater | 6.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95334 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,867
Median Home Value
$346,300
Median Rent
$1,340/mo
Population
17,198
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
33
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|---|---|
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Bethany Elementary Mountain House, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yamato Colony Elementary
What grades does Yamato Colony Elementary serve?
Yamato Colony Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Yamato Colony Elementary?
Yamato Colony Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yamato Colony Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Yamato Colony Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yamato Colony Elementary rank in CA?
Yamato Colony Elementary ranks #1,948 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yamato Colony Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Yamato Colony Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Yamato Colony Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yamato Colony Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yamato Colony Elementary a charter school?
No, Yamato Colony Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yamato Colony Elementary a Title I school?
No, Yamato Colony Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yamato Colony Elementary?
76.3% of students at Yamato Colony 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 620
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Merced County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (209) 394-5470
Resources & Links
District
Livingston Union- District Enrollment
- 2,545
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,497
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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