Serving 492 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fay 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 31%
- Reading Proficiency: 29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fay Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fay Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Fay Elementary School?
492 students attend Fay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Fay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fay Elementary School?
Fay Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fay Elementary School offer ?
Fay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fay Elementary School part of?
Fay Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Fay Elementary School located?
Fay Elementary School is located in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in City Heights.
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