Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fairmont Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairmont Elementary serves the southern part of El Cerrito, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families living within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairmont Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Fairmont 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 Fairmont Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#3736 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmont Elementary School's ranking?
Fairmont Elementary School is ranked #3736 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fairmont Elementary School often compared to?
Fairmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harding Elementary School, Madera Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fairmont Elementary School?
537 students attend Fairmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Fairmont Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairmont Elementary School?
Fairmont Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fairmont Elementary School offer ?
Fairmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Fairmont Elementary School part of?
Fairmont Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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