Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lichen K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lichen K-8's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Lichen K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lichen K-8 is 0.67, which is more 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
#6997 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lichen K-8's ranking?
Lichen K-8 is ranked #6997 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lichen K-8 often compared to?
Lichen K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Woodside K-8, Kingswood K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lichen K-8?
498 students attend Lichen K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lichen K-8 students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lichen K-8?
Lichen K-8 has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lichen K-8 offer ?
Lichen K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lichen K-8 part of?
Lichen K-8 is part of San Juan Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lichen K-8 located?
Lichen K-8 is located in the Antelope Woods neighborhood of Citrus Heights, CA.
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