Serving 670 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Florence Markofer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Markofer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Florence Markofer Elementary School's student population of 670 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
670 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Florence Markofer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Markofer Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#4180 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Elk Grove Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Markofer Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Markofer Elementary School is ranked #4180 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Florence Markofer Elementary School?
670 students attend Florence Markofer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Florence Markofer Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Markofer Elementary School?
Florence Markofer Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Florence Markofer Elementary School offer ?
Florence Markofer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Florence Markofer Elementary School part of?
Florence Markofer Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
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