Serving 305 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ferris Spanger 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferris Spanger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ferris Spanger Elementary School's student population of 305 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ferris Spanger 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 Ferris Spanger Elementary School is 0.60, which is less 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
#4689 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
31%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
55%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferris Spanger Elementary School's ranking?
Ferris Spanger Elementary School is ranked #4689 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ferris Spanger Elementary School often compared to?
Ferris Spanger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradford Woodbridge Fundamental Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ferris Spanger Elementary School?
305 students attend Ferris Spanger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ferris Spanger Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ferris Spanger Elementary School?
Ferris Spanger Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Ferris Spanger Elementary School offer ?
Ferris Spanger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ferris Spanger Elementary School part of?
Ferris Spanger Elementary School is part of Roseville City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Ferris Spanger Elementary School located?
Ferris Spanger Elementary School is located in the Diamond Oaks neighborhood of Roseville, CA.
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