Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kirk Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kirk Elementary School's student population of 411 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Kirk Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kirk Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#8919 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirk Elementary School's ranking?
Kirk Elementary School is ranked #8919 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kirk Elementary School?
411 students attend Kirk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Kirk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirk Elementary School?
Kirk Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kirk Elementary School offer ?
Kirk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Kirk Elementary School part of?
Kirk Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Kirk Elementary School located?
Kirk Elementary School is located in the Edison neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 17 other public schools located in Edison.
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