Serving 337 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cosumnes River Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cosumnes River 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
School Overview
Cosumnes River Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cosumnes River 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 Cosumnes River Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1174 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Cosumnes River Elementary School's ranking?
Cosumnes River Elementary School is ranked #1174 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cosumnes River Elementary School?
337 students attend Cosumnes River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Cosumnes River Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cosumnes River Elementary School?
Cosumnes River Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cosumnes River Elementary School offer ?
Cosumnes River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cosumnes River Elementary School part of?
Cosumnes River Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 4/19/2008
A great school - active PTA, lots of parent support and involovement, and community volunteerism without equal anywhere. Volleyball and track and field, art and drama and knitting clubs, a leadership club, a 2006
CA Distinguished School and a 2007 National Blue Ribbon School - what more can I say
5 4/19/2008
A great school with lots of parent and community volunteerism. Sports and clubs are abundant for older kids. Award winning at state and national level. What more to say.
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