Serving 754 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Herndon-barstow 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herndon-Barstow Elementary serves the northern part of the Fresno, CA school district, covering an area of approximately 12.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herndon-barstow Elementary School's student population of 754 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
754 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herndon-barstow 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 Herndon-barstow Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#3013 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
36%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Herndon-barstow Elementary School's ranking?
Herndon-barstow Elementary School is ranked #3013 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Herndon-barstow Elementary School?
754 students attend Herndon-barstow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Herndon-barstow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herndon-barstow Elementary School?
Herndon-barstow Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Herndon-barstow Elementary School offer ?
Herndon-barstow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Herndon-barstow Elementary School part of?
Herndon-barstow Elementary School is part of Central Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Herndon-barstow Elementary School located?
Herndon-barstow Elementary School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Side.
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