Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Fair Oaks, CA, covering approximately 77.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School's student population of 408 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#2853 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
64%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School's ranking?
Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School is ranked #2853 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School often compared to?
Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northridge Elementary School, Earl Legette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School?
408 students attend Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School?
Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School offer ?
Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School part of?
Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School located?
Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School is located in the Larchmont Hills neighborhood of Fair Oaks, CA.
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