Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-6, P. W. Engvall 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: P. W. Engvall Elementary serves the southwest part of Lemoore, CA, covering an area of approximately 19.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P. W. Engvall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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School Overview
P. W. Engvall Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
P. W. Engvall 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 P. W. Engvall Elementary School is 0.51, 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)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunner
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P. W. Engvall Elementary School's ranking?
P. W. Engvall Elementary School is ranked #3301 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are P. W. Engvall Elementary School often compared to?
P. W. Engvall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cinnamon Elementary School, Lemoore University Elementary Charter, Meadow Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 P. W. Engvall Elementary School?
534 students attend P. W. Engvall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of P. W. Engvall Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P. W. Engvall Elementary School?
P. W. Engvall Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does P. W. Engvall Elementary School offer ?
P. W. Engvall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is P. W. Engvall Elementary School part of?
P. W. Engvall Elementary School is part of Lemoore Union Elementary School District.
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