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Dow's Prairie Elementary

McKinleyville Union Elementary · Humboldt County · 3940 Dows Prairie Road, McKinleyville, CA 95519-9444

(707) 839-1558 · mckusd.org

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6/10
#2807
Rank 2807 out of 5,722
Top 49%
English Language Arts5/10 · #3276 · 43rd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2423 · 58th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

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School Overview

Dow's Prairie Elementary sits in McKinleyville, a laid-back coastal community on California's North Coast where the redwoods meet the Pacific and life moves at a refreshingly unhurried pace. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, with math scores edging out English, making it a solid neighborhood option for families settling into this tight-knit Humboldt County town. It's a good fit for families drawn to a smaller, community-rooted school experience in a part of California that values outdoor living and a strong sense of place.

Student Demographics

2 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
1 (50%)
White
1 (50%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged1 (50%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

283
Enrollment
13
Teachers (FTE)
21.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
14.8
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 Programs1/10 · #5508 · 9th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found