Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Center 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Center Elementary serves the southwest part of Fairfield, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 18.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of just 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Center Elementary School's student population of 640 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
640 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Center Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#4315 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
28%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
16%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
10%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Elementary School's ranking?
Center Elementary School is ranked #4315 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Center Elementary School often compared to?
Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scandia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Center Elementary School?
640 students attend Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Center Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center Elementary School?
Center Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Center Elementary School offer ?
Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Center Elementary School part of?
Center Elementary School is part of Travis Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Center Elementary School located?
Center Elementary School is located in the Travis Air Force Base neighborhood of Fairfield, CA.
School Reviews
Review Center Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
