Serving 701 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Akira Yokomi Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akira Yokomi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Akira Yokomi Elementary School's student population of 701 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Akira Yokomi Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akira Yokomi Elementary School is 0.40, which is less 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
#3559 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Akira Yokomi Elementary School's ranking?
Akira Yokomi Elementary School is ranked #3559 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Akira Yokomi Elementary School often compared to?
Akira Yokomi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Gate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Akira Yokomi Elementary School?
701 students attend Akira Yokomi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Akira Yokomi Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akira Yokomi Elementary School?
Akira Yokomi Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Akira Yokomi Elementary School offer ?
Akira Yokomi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Akira Yokomi Elementary School part of?
Akira Yokomi Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Akira Yokomi Elementary School located?
Akira Yokomi Elementary School is located in the Jefferson neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Jefferson.
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