Serving 224 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Terry 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Terry Elementary serves the southwest part of Selma, CA, covering an area of approximately 28.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terry Elementary School's student population of 224 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Terry 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 Terry Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#8082 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
All Stars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terry Elementary School's ranking?
Terry Elementary School is ranked #8082 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Terry Elementary School?
224 students attend Terry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Terry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terry Elementary School?
Terry Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Terry Elementary School offer ?
Terry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Terry Elementary School part of?
Terry Elementary School is part of Selma Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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