Serving 593 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 46%
- Reading Proficiency: 38%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School's student population of 593 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School often compared to?
Ezekiel Balderas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aynesworth Elementary School, Lane Elementary School, Winchell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School?
593 students attend Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School?
Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School offer ?
Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School part of?
Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School located?
Ezekiel Balderas Elementary School is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 32 other public schools located in Roosevelt.
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