Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pacific Union 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pacific Union Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Fresno, CA, covering approximately 19.5 square miles. Typically, it takes families about 5-10 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pacific Union Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
Character is doing the right thing, even when nobody is looking.
School Rankings
Pacific Union 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 Pacific Union Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#4167 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
White
12%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and White
School Mascot
Skunk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific Union Elementary School's ranking?
Pacific Union Elementary School is ranked #4167 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pacific Union Elementary School often compared to?
Pacific Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pacific Union Elementary School?
328 students attend Pacific Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Pacific Union Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pacific Union Elementary School?
Pacific Union Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pacific Union Elementary School offer ?
Pacific Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pacific Union Elementary School part of?
Pacific Union Elementary School is part of Pacific Union Elementary School District.
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