Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Scott M. Leaman ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher 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: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott M. Leaman ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Scott M. Leaman's student population of 530 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scott M. Leaman 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 Scott M. Leaman is 0.63, 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
#1953 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
22%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
55%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott M. Leaman's ranking?
Scott M. Leaman is ranked #1953 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 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Scott M. Leaman?
530 students attend Scott M. Leaman.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Scott M. Leaman students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scott M. Leaman?
Scott M. Leaman has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Scott M. Leaman offer ?
Scott M. Leaman offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Scott M. Leaman part of?
Scott M. Leaman is part of Western Placer Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Scott M. Leaman located?
Scott M. Leaman is located in the Lincoln Crossing neighborhood of Lincoln, CA.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2023
School is great! My daughter is very happy, but the lunch lines are very long which is not enough time to eat.
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