Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cambridge Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cambridge Heights Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Cambridge Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridge Heights Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1557 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Cambridge Heights Elementary School is ranked #1557 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cambridge Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Cambridge Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Heights Elementary School, Grand Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Heights Elementary School?
321 students attend Cambridge Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Cambridge Heights Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cambridge Heights Elementary School?
Cambridge Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cambridge Heights Elementary School offer ?
Cambridge Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cambridge Heights Elementary School part of?
Cambridge Heights Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cambridge Heights Elementary School located?
Cambridge Heights Elementary School is located in the Cambridge Heights neighborhood of Citrus Heights, CA.
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