Serving 8 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Indian Diggings Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Diggings Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Indian Diggings Elementary School's student population of 8 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
8 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Diggings Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Diggings Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
n/a
56%

Black
n/a
5%

White
100%
20%

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

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
17%
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 Indian Diggings Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Diggings Elementary School is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Indian Diggings Elementary School?
8 students attend Indian Diggings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Indian Diggings Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Diggings Elementary School?
Indian Diggings Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Indian Diggings Elementary School offer ?
Indian Diggings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Indian Diggings Elementary School part of?
Indian Diggings Elementary School is part of Indian Diggings Elementary School District.
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