Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pony Express Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45% (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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pony Express Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pony Express Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pony Express 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 Pony Express Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#3455 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Pony Express Elementary School's ranking?
Pony Express Elementary School is ranked #3455 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pony Express Elementary School often compared to?
Pony Express Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sutterville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Pony Express Elementary School?
370 students attend Pony Express Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pony Express Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pony Express Elementary School?
Pony Express Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pony Express Elementary School offer ?
Pony Express Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Pony Express Elementary School part of?
Pony Express Elementary School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Pony Express Elementary School located?
Pony Express Elementary School is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
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