Serving 561 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Miguel Hidalgo 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School's student population of 561 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Miguel Hidalgo 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 Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#9020 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School's ranking?
Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School is ranked #9020 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School?
561 students attend Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School?
Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School offer ?
Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School part of?
Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School located?
Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 32 other public schools located in Roosevelt.
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