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Allan Peterson Elementary

Merced City Elementary · Merced County · 848 East Donna Drive, Merced, CA 95340-0600

(209) 385-6700

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6/10
#2656
Rank 2656 out of 5,722
Top 46%
English Language Arts6/10 · #2736 · 52nd percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #2923 · 49th percentile
Science7/10 · #2102 · 62nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Allan Peterson Elementary sits in Merced, a Central Valley city with a tight-knit community feel and a growing university presence thanks to UC Merced nearby. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with science scores as a quiet standout, making it a decent fit for families who want a neighborhood school with some academic depth without the pressure of a hyper-competitive environment. It's the kind of place that appeals to families putting down roots in Merced's established residential areas, where the pace is a little slower and community connection still matters.

Student Demographics

358 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
203 (57%)
White
78 (22%)
Asian
36 (10%)
Multiple Races
15 (4%)
African American
13 (4%)
Other
13 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners30 (8%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged258 (72%)
Students with Disabilities40 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

690
Enrollment
28.7
Teachers (FTE)
24:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
17.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #3956 · 35th percentile

67 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found