Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John Muir Fundamental Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: John Muir Fundamental Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Santa Ana, CA, encompassing approximately 26.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Muir Fundamental Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John Muir Fundamental Elementary School's student population of 557 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
557 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
John Muir 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 John Muir Fundamental Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#2078 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
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Asian
4%
12%
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Hispanic
91%
56%
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White
4%
20%
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Two or more races
1%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Muir Fundamental Elementary School's ranking?
John Muir Fundamental Elementary School is ranked #2078 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are John Muir Fundamental Elementary School often compared to?
John Muir Fundamental Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jim Thorpe Fundamental by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John Muir Fundamental Elementary School?
557 students attend John Muir Fundamental Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of John Muir Fundamental Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Muir Fundamental Elementary School?
John Muir Fundamental Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Muir Fundamental Elementary School offer ?
John Muir Fundamental Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is John Muir Fundamental Elementary School part of?
John Muir Fundamental Elementary School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
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