Trinidad Union
169 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Trinidad Union School, located in the coastal town of Trinidad, California, serves as the heart of its small, tight-knit community. As a TK-8 institution, it prides itself on a personalized approach to education, leveraging its unique geographical setting to foster a deep connection between students and their local environment. With a focus on small class sizes, the school emphasizes academic excellence alongside social-emotional development, ensuring that each student receives individual attention in a supportive, family-like atmosphere.
Beyond its core curriculum, Trinidad Union is distinguished by its commitment to place-based learning and environmental stewardship, often utilizing the surrounding redwoods and the Pacific coastline as an "outdoor classroom." The school community is highly engaged, frequently collaborating on events and projects that bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application. By combining high academic standards with the distinct character of the North Coast, the school strives to cultivate curious, well-rounded, and environmentally conscious learners who are prepared for the transition to high school.
Beyond its core curriculum, Trinidad Union is distinguished by its commitment to place-based learning and environmental stewardship, often utilizing the surrounding redwoods and the Pacific coastline as an "outdoor classroom." The school community is highly engaged, frequently collaborating on events and projects that bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application. By combining high academic standards with the distinct character of the North Coast, the school strives to cultivate curious, well-rounded, and environmentally conscious learners who are prepared for the transition to high school.
169
Total Students
9.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 112 |
| Hispanic | 20 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 21 |
| American Indian | 13 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White112 (66.3 %)
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Two or More21 (12.4 %)
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Hispanic20 (11.8 %)
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American Indian13 (7.7 %)
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Asian2 (1.2 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.6 %)
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: | Trinidad Union Elementary |
| Phone: | (707)677-3631 |
| Website: | http://trinidadusd.net |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 169 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 9.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 87 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 12 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
21
Grade 1
18
Grade 2
14
Grade 3
14
Grade 4
13
Grade 5
25
Grade 6
24
Grade 7
20
Grade 8
20
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 21 |
| Grade 1 | 18 |
| Grade 2 | 14 |
| Grade 3 | 14 |
| Grade 4 | 13 |
| Grade 5 | 25 |
| Grade 6 | 24 |
| Grade 7 | 20 |
| Grade 8 | 20 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 84 | 49.7% |
| Male | 85 | 50.3% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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Elementary School 3rd - 5th
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Elementary School K - 8th