Serving 829 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Leonardo Da Vinci 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 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 66% 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: 829 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonardo Da Vinci 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
Leonardo Da Vinci's student population of 829 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Leonardo Da Vinci 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 Leonardo Da Vinci 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
#1727 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Leonardo Da Vinci's ranking?
Leonardo Da Vinci is ranked #1727 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Leonardo Da Vinci often compared to?
Leonardo Da Vinciis often viewed alongside schools like Sutterville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Leonardo Da Vinci?
829 students attend Leonardo Da Vinci.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Leonardo Da Vinci students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonardo Da Vinci?
Leonardo Da Vinci has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Leonardo Da Vinci offer ?
Leonardo Da Vinci offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Leonardo Da Vinci part of?
Leonardo Da Vinci is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Leonardo Da Vinci located?
Leonardo Da Vinci is located in the Southeastern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 20 other public schools located in Southeastern Sacramento.
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