Serving 1,019 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Zehnder Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School's student population of 1,019 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,019 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zehnder Ranch Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#778 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
58%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zehnder Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School is ranked #778 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Zehnder Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Zehnder Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Zehnder Ranch Elementary School?
1,019 students attend Zehnder Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Zehnder Ranch Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zehnder Ranch Elementary School?
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Zehnder Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Zehnder Ranch Elementary School part of?
Zehnder Ranch Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
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