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Arcata Elementary

Arcata Elementary · Humboldt County · 2400 Baldwin Street, Arcata, CA 95521-5168

(707) 822-4858 · arcataelementaryschool.org

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5/10
#3073
Rank 3073 out of 5,722
Top 54%
English Language Arts4/10 · #3498 · 39th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #3049 · 47th percentile
Science6/10 · #2361 · 58th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

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School Overview

Arcata Elementary sits in the heart of one of California's most eclectic small cities — a redwood-ringed college town on Humboldt Bay where outdoor adventure and arts culture are deeply woven into everyday life. The school lands in the middle of the pack statewide, with science being a relative strength, which fits well in a community where environmental awareness and a connection to the natural world feel almost second nature. Families drawn to Arcata's laid-back, progressive vibe and its close-knit neighborhood feel will find a school that reflects the community around it.

Student Demographics

101 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
40 (40%)
Multiple Races
25 (25%)
Hispanic
21 (21%)
American Indian
9 (9%)
Asian
5 (5%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners7 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged79 (78%)
Students with Disabilities28 (28%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

240
Enrollment
15.3
Teachers (FTE)
15.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
16.4
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 Programs5/10 · #3232 · 47th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found