Serving 893 students in grades Kindergarten-6, James S. Fugman Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: James S. Fugman Elementary serves the northwest part of Fresno, CA, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.6 miles to the school from the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James S. Fugman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James S. Fugman Elementary School's student population of 893 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
893 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
James S. Fugman Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James S. Fugman Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#171 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. 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)9.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Marlins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James S. Fugman Elementary School's ranking?
James S. Fugman Elementary School is ranked #171 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are James S. Fugman Elementary School often compared to?
James S. Fugman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend James S. Fugman Elementary School?
893 students attend James S. Fugman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of James S. Fugman Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James S. Fugman Elementary School?
James S. Fugman Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James S. Fugman Elementary School offer ?
James S. Fugman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is James S. Fugman Elementary School part of?
James S. Fugman Elementary School is part of Clovis Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the James S. Fugman Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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