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Shaffer Elementary

Atwater Elementary · Merced County · 1434 California Street, Atwater, CA 95301-4464

(209) 357-6145 · www.aesd.edu

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4/10
#3793
Rank 3793 out of 5,722
Top 66%
English Language Arts4/10 · #3824 · 33rd percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #3909 · 32nd percentile
Science5/10 · #3340 · 40th percentile

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School Overview

Atwater is a small Central Valley city with deep agricultural roots and a tight-knit community feel, and Shaffer Elementary reflects that neighborhood character well. The school sits in a mid-range academic position for the state, making it a solid local option for families settled in the area who value a familiar, community-grounded school experience. Families who prioritize proximity, stability, and a school embedded in the fabric of their everyday Atwater neighborhood will feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

217 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
171 (79%)
White
29 (13%)
Asian
10 (5%)
Other
7 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners81 (37%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged176 (81%)
Students with Disabilities38 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

405
Enrollment
21.8
Teachers (FTE)
18.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
18.2
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 · #4387 · 27th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found