Serving 192 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Malaga 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Malaga Elementary serves the northwest part of its school district in Fresno, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.6 miles and the furthest edge located 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Malaga Elementary School's student population of 192 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Malaga 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 Malaga Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malaga Elementary School's ranking?
Malaga Elementary School is ranked #3932 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Malaga Elementary School?
192 students attend Malaga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Malaga Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malaga Elementary School?
Malaga Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Malaga Elementary School offer ?
Malaga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Malaga Elementary School part of?
Malaga Elementary School is part of Fowler Unified School District.
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