Serving 615 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Genevieve Didion ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genevieve Didion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Genevieve Didion's student population of 615 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Genevieve Didion ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Genevieve Didion is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#917 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genevieve Didion's ranking?
Genevieve Didion is ranked #917 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Genevieve Didion often compared to?
Genevieve Didionis often viewed alongside schools like Crocker/riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Genevieve Didion?
615 students attend Genevieve Didion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Genevieve Didion students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Genevieve Didion?
Genevieve Didion has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Genevieve Didion offer ?
Genevieve Didion offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Genevieve Didion part of?
Genevieve Didion is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Genevieve Didion located?
Genevieve Didion is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
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