Serving 513 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Farr Avenue 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Farr Avenue Elementary serves a central area in Escondido, CA, covering approximately 0.3 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive for families within the zone, which extends up to 0.9 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farr Avenue Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farr Avenue 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 Farr Avenue Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7148 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farr Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Farr Avenue Elementary School is ranked #7148 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Farr Avenue Elementary School?
513 students attend Farr Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Farr Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farr Avenue Elementary School?
Farr Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Farr Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Farr Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Farr Avenue Elementary School part of?
Farr Avenue Elementary School is part of Escondido Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Farr Avenue Elementary School located?
Farr Avenue Elementary School is located in the Central Escondido neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Central Escondido.
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