Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Nicholas 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicholas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nicholas Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Children First…Quality Always
School Rankings
Nicholas 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 Nicholas Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#8562 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholas Elementary School's ranking?
Nicholas Elementary School is ranked #8562 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nicholas Elementary School?
482 students attend Nicholas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Nicholas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholas Elementary School?
Nicholas Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nicholas Elementary School offer ?
Nicholas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Nicholas Elementary School part of?
Nicholas Elementary School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nicholas Elementary School located?
Nicholas Elementary School is located in the Fruitridge Vista neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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