Serving 633 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Fresno 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Fresno Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Fresno Elementary School's student population of 633 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Fresno Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Fresno Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#3427 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fresno Elementary School's ranking?
West Fresno Elementary School is ranked #3427 out of 3,649 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend West Fresno Elementary School?
633 students attend West Fresno Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West Fresno Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Fresno Elementary School?
West Fresno Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Fresno Elementary School offer ?
West Fresno Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Fresno Elementary School part of?
West Fresno Elementary School is part of Washington Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is West Fresno Elementary School located?
West Fresno Elementary School is located in the Edison neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 17 other public schools located in Edison.
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