Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-6, D. W. Babcock 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
D. W. Babcock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
D. W. Babcock Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
D. W. Babcock Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of D. W. Babcock Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8767 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
51%
55%
Black
13%
5%
White
15%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
51%
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 D. W. Babcock Elementary School's ranking?
D. W. Babcock Elementary School is ranked #8767 out of 9,602 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend D. W. Babcock Elementary School?
362 students attend D. W. Babcock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of D. W. Babcock Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of D. W. Babcock Elementary School?
D. W. Babcock Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does D. W. Babcock Elementary School offer ?
D. W. Babcock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is D. W. Babcock Elementary School part of?
D. W. Babcock Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is D. W. Babcock Elementary School located?
D. W. Babcock Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
School Reviews
5 8/19/2021
I was so worried when my oldest started school last year, but Babcock has been so helpful and welcoming. The teachers are the best and the office staff also. They really get to know every student.
1 9/9/2019
This school need 3 things to improve the safety of the chlidren attending Babcock. First the a cross walk, the students have no way of crossing the street safely. Being that the school is surrounded by auto body shops. Second a sidewalk, to allow the access to their school. third and final a parking lot for parents drop off and pick up students in a safe and timely manner. Is that to much to ask for. Thank you
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