Serving 195 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Mt. Shasta Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Shasta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Mt. Shasta Elementary School's student population of 195 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide a rigorous educational path creating the opportunity for each and every student to belong and contribute to our school community, celebrate their unique potential, and achieve academic success.
School Rankings
Mt. Shasta Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Shasta Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#2959 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
80%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Shasta Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Shasta Elementary School is ranked #2959 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mt. Shasta Elementary School?
195 students attend Mt. Shasta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mt. Shasta Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Shasta Elementary School?
Mt. Shasta Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Shasta Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Shasta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Mt. Shasta Elementary School part of?
Mt. Shasta Elementary School is part of MT. Shasta Union Elementary School District.
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