Serving 615 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Roy Cloud Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roy Cloud Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Roy Cloud Elementary School's student population of 615 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Roy Cloud Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roy Cloud Elementary School is 0.59, which is less 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
#1225 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Roy Cloud Elementary School's ranking?
Roy Cloud Elementary School is ranked #1225 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Roy Cloud Elementary School often compared to?
Roy Cloud Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Roy Cloud Elementary School?
615 students attend Roy Cloud Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Roy Cloud Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roy Cloud Elementary School?
Roy Cloud Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Roy Cloud Elementary School offer ?
Roy Cloud Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Roy Cloud Elementary School part of?
Roy Cloud Elementary School is part of Redwood City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Roy Cloud Elementary School located?
Roy Cloud Elementary School is located in the Farm Hills neighborhood of Redwood City, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Farm Hills.
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