Serving 845 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School's student population of 845 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#1051 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
17%
55%
Black
8%
5%
White
32%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School's ranking?
Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School is ranked #1051 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School often compared to?
Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunrise Elementary School, Arnold Adreani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School?
845 students attend Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School?
Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School offer ?
Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School part of?
Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School located?
Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School is located in the Anatolia neighborhood of Rancho Cordova, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Anatolia.
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