Serving 269 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fall River 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fall River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Fall River Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Fall River 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 Fall River Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fall River Elementary School's ranking?
Fall River Elementary School is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fall River Elementary School?
269 students attend Fall River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Fall River Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fall River Elementary School?
Fall River Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fall River Elementary School offer ?
Fall River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Fall River Elementary School part of?
Fall River Elementary School is part of Fall River Joint Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break-No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Min Day (Last Day of School)
June 05, 2026 (Friday)
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