Serving 113 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plainsburg Union Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainsburg Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Plainsburg Union Elementary School's student population of 113 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
113 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Motto
The mission of Plainsburg Elementary School District is to promote excellence in academics, citizenship, and athletics.
School Rankings
Plainsburg Union 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 Plainsburg Union Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#4742 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainsburg Union Elementary School's ranking?
Plainsburg Union Elementary School is ranked #4742 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Plainsburg Union Elementary School often compared to?
Plainsburg Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Planada Elementary School, Mcswain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Plainsburg Union Elementary School?
113 students attend Plainsburg Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Plainsburg Union Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainsburg Union Elementary School?
Plainsburg Union Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Plainsburg Union Elementary School offer ?
Plainsburg Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Plainsburg Union Elementary School part of?
Plainsburg Union Elementary School is part of Plainsburg Union Elementary School District.
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