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La Tercera Elementary

Old Adobe Union · Sonoma County · 1600 Albin Way, Petaluma, CA 94954-4599

(707) 765-4303 · www.oldadobe.org

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6/10
#2313
Rank 2313 out of 5,722
Top 40%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2183 · 62nd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2542 · 56th percentile
Science7/10 · #2234 · 60th percentile

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School Overview

La Tercera Elementary sits in the heart of Petaluma, a city that blends small-town charm with easy access to the broader Bay Area — think farmers markets, historic downtown streets, and a strong sense of community pride. The school performs solidly across the board, landing right around the 60th percentile in English, Math, and Science, making it a dependable neighborhood option for families in the 94954 zip code. Families who value a close-knit school community in a city that feels genuinely livable — without the pressure-cooker intensity of more competitive suburban districts — tend to feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

159 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
79 (50%)
Hispanic
65 (41%)
Multiple Races
6 (4%)
African American
4 (3%)
Other
5 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners47 (30%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged62 (39%)
Students with Disabilities25 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

295
Enrollment
13.9
Teachers (FTE)
21.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
25.8
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 Programs6/10 · #2690 · 56th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found