| Metric | Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 198 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 2 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District (this district) | 8/10 | 70th | 198 |
| Patterson Joint Unified School District | 3/10 | 24th | 6,177 |
| Merced Union High School District | 3/10 | 25th | 11,226 |
| Summerville Union High School District | 8/10 | 79th | 668 |
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Ranked against 963 rated districts in CA → 70th percentile → 8/10.
Source: California Dept. of Education CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
- Roberts Ferry Charter School Academy — Grades K–8 · 169 students
- Roberts Ferry Union Elementary — Grades K–8 · 30 students
About Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District
Families in zip code 95386 (Waterford, California) are assigned to Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District 8 out of 10 — above average among California public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in California’s CAASPP Smarter Balanced assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because California is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
⚠️ Small-district caveat. Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District enrolls 198 students. A percentile rank drawn from so few test-takers is statistically unstable — it can move several points from one year to the next on normal variation alone, and a single class of students can swing it. Treat this rating as a rough signal rather than a precise ranking, and look at the school-level detail below before drawing conclusions.
Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in California. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 95386
Children in zip code 95386 are assigned to Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 95386, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District at (209)874-2331 or visit www.robertsferry.k12.ca.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Waterford
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District serves zip code 95386, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 95386. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 95386.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 95386 data.