Serving 741 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than 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 Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial Elementary serves the northeast part of Fresno, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 1 mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 741 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 117% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#7531 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
6%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #7531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
741 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Centennial Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Centennial Elementary School located?
Centennial Elementary School is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
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