School Overview
Mariposa Avenue Elementary is a public school located in Citrus Heights, California, serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the San Juan Unified School District, the campus is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that prioritizes both academic growth and the development of strong social-emotional skills. The school typically emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that includes core subjects, physical education, and opportunities for creative expression, all designed to prepare students for the transition to middle school.

Beyond academics, Mariposa Avenue Elementary places a high value on community and family engagement. The school actively encourages parent participation through various volunteer programs and active PTA initiatives, which help create a collaborative atmosphere between home and the classroom. With a commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming campus culture, the school focuses on providing individualized support for its diverse student body, ensuring that each child has the resources necessary to reach their full potential within a structured and encouraging setting.
326
Total Students
13.0
Full-Time Teachers
25.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Mariposa Avenue Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White149
Hispanic102
Black16
Asian33
Two or More21
American Indian1
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    149 (45.7%)
  • Hispanic
    102 (31.3%)
  • Asian
    33 (10.1%)
  • Two or More
    21 (6.4%)
  • Black
    16 (4.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: San Juan Unified
Phone: (916)971-5212
Website: http://www.sanjuan.edu/mariposa
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 326
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 25.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 229
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 46
Grade 1 49
Grade 2 53
Grade 3 55
Grade 4 65
Grade 5 58

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Mariposa Avenue Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten46
Grade 149
Grade 253
Grade 355
Grade 465
Grade 558
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Mariposa Avenue Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14544.5%
Male18155.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)