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Mariposa Avenue Elementary

San Juan Unified · Sacramento County · 7940 Mariposa Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA 95610-1513

(916) 971-5212

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1/10
#5185
Rank 5185 out of 5,722
Top 91%
English Language Arts1/10 · #5258 · 8th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #5171 · 10th percentile
Science3/10 · #4460 · 20th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Mariposa Avenue Elementary sits in Citrus Heights, a suburban community northeast of Sacramento where quiet residential streets meet everyday conveniences, but families here should know that academics are a significant challenge — the school ranks in the bottom 10% statewide in both English and math. San Juan Unified serves a wide range of communities, and Mariposa reflects a campus where support needs are high and resources are stretched. Families who prioritize strong academic outcomes may want to explore other options within the district or look closely at what additional support is available before enrolling.

Student Demographics

164 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
73 (45%)
Hispanic
51 (31%)
Asian
17 (10%)
Multiple Races
13 (8%)
African American
8 (5%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners65 (40%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged135 (82%)
Students with Disabilities52 (32%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

326
Enrollment
18.9
Teachers (FTE)
17.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
18.7
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 Programs7/10 · #2314 · 62nd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found