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Elmer Wood Elementary

Atwater Elementary · Merced County · 1271 West Bellevue Road, Atwater, CA 95301-2716

(209) 357-6143 · www.aesd.edu

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7/10
#2245
Rank 2245 out of 5,722
Top 39%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2157 · 62nd percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #2288 · 60th percentile
Science6/10 · #2451 · 56th percentile

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School Overview

Elmer Wood Elementary sits in Atwater, a tight-knit Central Valley community in Merced County where the pace of life is slower and neighbors tend to know each other by name. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, making it a reliable choice for families looking for a stable, community-rooted elementary experience without the pressures of a highly competitive academic environment. It's a good fit for families who value consistency and want their kids growing up in a close community where school feels like an extension of the neighborhood itself.

Student Demographics

285 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
213 (75%)
White
57 (20%)
African American
5 (2%)
Multiple Races
5 (2%)
Other
5 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners86 (30%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged222 (78%)
Students with Disabilities78 (27%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

514
Enrollment
26.6
Teachers (FTE)
19.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
19.5
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 Programs3/10 · #4328 · 29th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found