Arcata Elementary

Located at 1435 Buttermilk Lane in Arcata, California, the Arcata Elementary School District is an active, traditional public school district serving the coastal community within the Eureka-Arcata metropolitan region. Categorized as a remote town district, this non-charter entity operates two active school campuses serving students across a comprehensive grade span from kindergarten through 12th grade, with current student attendance centered throughout the kindergarten through eighth-grade levels. As an essential educational hub in Humboldt County, the district provides a structured and welcoming learning environment tailored to the unique needs of its local community.

The district educates a diverse student body of 472 enrolled pupils, bringing together a rich mix of backgrounds including White, Hispanic, multiracial, American Indian, Asian, and Black students. To foster academic growth and holistic development, Arcata Elementary is supported by a robust workforce of approximately 170 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes nearly 57 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, 20 instructional aides, and over 93 support staff members dedicated to operational, administrative, and student care services. For families and researchers interested in learning more, the district maintains an active community presence accessible through its central administration and online portal at arcataschooldistrict.org.