Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mcnear Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcnear Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mcnear Elementary School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Mcnear Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcnear Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#2084 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
69%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcnear Elementary School's ranking?
Mcnear Elementary School is ranked #2084 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mcnear Elementary School often compared to?
Mcnear Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mcnear Elementary School?
343 students attend Mcnear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Mcnear Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcnear Elementary School?
Mcnear Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mcnear Elementary School offer ?
Mcnear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mcnear Elementary School part of?
Mcnear Elementary School is part of Petaluma City Elementary School District.
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