Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fair Oaks 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fair Oaks Elementary serves the west part of Pleasant Hill, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fair Oaks Elementary School's student population of 323 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At Fair Oaks, our mission is to provide a high quality and rigorous education in a positive learning environment where every individual feels safe, supported, and motivated to reach their full potential.
School Rankings
Fair Oaks 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 Fair Oaks Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#8330 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 01/27/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fair Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Fair Oaks Elementary School is ranked #8330 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fair Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Fair Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequoia Elementary School, Cambridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fair Oaks Elementary School?
323 students attend Fair Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Fair Oaks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fair Oaks Elementary School?
Fair Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fair Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Fair Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fair Oaks Elementary School part of?
Fair Oaks Elementary School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
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