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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Reaching beyond the boundaries to build a community of learners
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
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.
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