Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fern Drive 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 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fern Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fern Drive Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fern Drive Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fern Drive 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
#2957 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fern Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Fern Drive Elementary School is ranked #2957 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fern Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Fern Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fern Drive Elementary School?
382 students attend Fern Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Fern Drive Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fern Drive Elementary School?
Fern Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fern Drive Elementary School offer ?
Fern Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Fern Drive Elementary School part of?
Fern Drive Elementary School is part of Fullerton Elementary School District.
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