Melville S. Jacobson Elementary

Tracy sits at the edge of the Bay Area commuter belt, attracting families who want more house for their money while staying connected to the broader region — but Jacobson Elementary may give pause to those prioritizing academics. Serving kids from pre-K through 5th grade, the school scores in the lower range statewide, particularly in English and Science, so families who place a high value on test performance may want to explore other options within Tracy Joint Unified before settling on this neighborhood. That said, for parents who are hands-on with their kids' learning and active in the school community, any school can be a foundation worth building on.