Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mario G. Olmos 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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 Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mario G. Olmos Elementary serves the southeast part of Fresno, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mario G. Olmos Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We nurture and cultivate the interests, intellect, and leadership of our students by providing an excellent, equitable education in a culturally proficient environment.
School Rankings
Mario G. Olmos Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mario G. Olmos Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#7389 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mario G. Olmos Elementary School's ranking?
Mario G. Olmos Elementary School is ranked #7389 out of 9,523 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mario G. Olmos Elementary School?
536 students attend Mario G. Olmos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mario G. Olmos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mario G. Olmos Elementary School?
Mario G. Olmos Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mario G. Olmos Elementary School offer ?
Mario G. Olmos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mario G. Olmos Elementary School part of?
Mario G. Olmos Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mario G. Olmos Elementary School located?
Mario G. Olmos Elementary School is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 32 other public schools located in Roosevelt.
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