Serving 159 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cuddeback 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cuddeback Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Cuddeback Elementary School's student population of 159 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
159 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Cuddeback 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 Cuddeback Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#4640 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1

American Indian
5%
1%

Asian
n/a
12%

Hispanic
15%
56%

Black
n/a
5%

White
69%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Cuddeback Elementary School's ranking?
Cuddeback Elementary School is ranked #4640 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cuddeback Elementary School?
159 students attend Cuddeback Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cuddeback Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cuddeback Elementary School?
Cuddeback Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cuddeback Elementary School offer ?
Cuddeback Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cuddeback Elementary School part of?
Cuddeback Elementary School is part of Cuddeback Union Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/19/2009
Wonderful caring staff, great small-school environment. Lots of parent involvement and most importantly, my child loves it there! We drive about 15 minutes out of our school district so our child can attend Cuddeback. Everyone is friendly and approachable, from the principal to the bus driver (everyone loves Mr. Bob!). I highly recommend this school. Seems like everyone is accepted there. Not snobby at all. Good, old fashioned family values.
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