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Van Duzen Elementary

Southern Trinity Joint Unified · Trinity County · 680 Van Duzen Road, Mad River, CA 95526-9511

(707) 574-6237

6/10
#2481
Rank 2481 out of 5,722
Top 43%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2132 · 63rd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2814 · 51st percentile
Science6/10 · #2552 · 54th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked away in the remote Trinity County wilderness along the Mad River, Van Duzen Elementary offers something increasingly rare: a tight-knit, small-school experience where kids are genuinely known by their teachers and community. Families who choose to put down roots in this rugged, off-the-beaten-path corner of Northern California tend to value outdoor living and a slower pace of life, and the school reflects that grounded, community-first spirit. With solid scores hovering around the middle of the state — and a particularly strong showing in English — it's a dependable option for the handful of families who call this scenic, isolated stretch of California home.

Student Demographics

33 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
22 (67%)
Multiple Races
4 (12%)
American Indian
4 (12%)
Hispanic
2 (6%)
Filipino
1 (3%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged22 (67%)
Students with Disabilities5 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

54
Enrollment
5.1
Teachers (FTE)
10.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
0.5
Administrators (FTE)
5.4
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 Programs1/10 · #5897 · 1st percentile

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