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Mary Lou Dieterich Elementary

Stanislaus Union Elementary · Stanislaus County · 2412 Warm Springs Drive, Modesto, CA 95350-9399

(209) 550-8400 · www.stanunion.k12.ca.us

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6/10
#2438
Rank 2438 out of 5,722
Top 43%
English Language Arts6/10 · #2609 · 54th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #2285 · 60th percentile
Science6/10 · #2593 · 54th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Mary Lou Dieterich Elementary sits in the heart of Modesto, a Central Valley city with a tight-knit, working-class character and a strong sense of community pride. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with math as a relative bright spot, making it a reasonable fit for families looking for a dependable neighborhood school without the pressure of a highly competitive environment. Families who value an accessible, community-rooted setting in a part of Modesto where neighbors still know each other's names will likely feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

287 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
133 (46%)
White
64 (22%)
Asian
25 (9%)
Multiple Races
19 (7%)
African American
13 (5%)
Filipino
5 (2%)
Other
28 (10%)

Key Indicators

English Learners61 (21%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged182 (63%)
Students with Disabilities57 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

532
Enrollment
26.1
Teachers (FTE)
20.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
14.5
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 Programs5/10 · #3488 · 42nd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found