Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Jenny Lind Elementary School 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jenny Lind Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Jenny Lind Elementary is to create independent learners while providing a positive environment with consistently high expectations for life-long success.
School Rankings
Jenny Lind Elementary School 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 Jenny Lind Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#7679 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenny Lind Elementary School's ranking?
Jenny Lind Elementary School is ranked #7679 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jenny Lind Elementary School often compared to?
Jenny Lind Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jenny Lind Elementary School?
475 students attend Jenny Lind Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jenny Lind Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jenny Lind Elementary School?
Jenny Lind Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jenny Lind Elementary School offer ?
Jenny Lind Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Jenny Lind Elementary School part of?
Jenny Lind Elementary School is part of Calaveras Unified School District.
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