Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Joseph M. Simas ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph M. Simas serves the west part of Hanford, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph M. Simas's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
514 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Our mission is to provide an educational environment which reinforces basic cultural values, ethical behavior, including respect for other, personal integrity, responsibility and accountability.
School Rankings
Joseph M. Simas 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 Joseph M. Simas is 0.56, 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
#2260 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph M. Simas's ranking?
Joseph M. Simas is ranked #2260 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joseph M. Simas often compared to?
Joseph M. Simasis often viewed alongside schools like Frontier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joseph M. Simas?
514 students attend Joseph M. Simas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Joseph M. Simas students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph M. Simas?
Joseph M. Simas has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joseph M. Simas offer ?
Joseph M. Simas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Joseph M. Simas part of?
Joseph M. Simas is part of Hanford Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break:
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break:
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break:
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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