Lone Star Elementary School is an American primary school, part of the Sanger Unified School District, with Grades K-6. The school is attended by 388 students.
Serving 672 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lone Star 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lone Star Elementary serves the southwest part of Fresno, CA, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lone Star Elementary School's student population of 672 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
672 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lone Star 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 Lone Star Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#3301 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lone Star Elementary School's ranking?
Lone Star Elementary School is ranked #3301 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lone Star Elementary School?
672 students attend Lone Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lone Star Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lone Star Elementary School?
Lone Star Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lone Star Elementary School offer ?
Lone Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Lone Star Elementary School part of?
Lone Star Elementary School is part of Sanger Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lone Star Elementary School located?
Lone Star Elementary School is located in the Southeast Growth Area neighborhood of Fresno, CA.
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