Serving 687 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School's student population of 687 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
687 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#4092 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
34%
12%

Hispanic
27%
56%

Black
19%
5%

White
6%
20%

Hawaiian
2%
n/a

Two or more races
12%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School is ranked #4092 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School often compared to?
Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irene B. West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School?
687 students attend Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School?
Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School offer ?
Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School part of?
Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School located?
Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary School is located in the Valley Hi And North Laguna neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Valley Hi And North Laguna.
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