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#4862 of 9,539 schools in CA
Calwa Elementary
Elementary School · Fresno Unified
4303 East Jensen Ave., Fresno, CA 93725
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,862 of 9,539
In Fresno
#98 of 175
public schools
In district
#59 of 98
Fresno Unified
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Calwa Elementary
Calwa Elementary is a public elementary school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified. Calwa Elementary serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Calwa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,862 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Calwa Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Calwa Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Calwa Elementary — Students at Calwa Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Calwa Elementary Compares
See how Calwa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4303 East Jensen Ave., Fresno, CA 93725
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calwa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edith B. Storey Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vang Pao Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, David L. Greenberg Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ezekiel Balderas Elementary Fresno | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Aynesworth Elementary Fresno | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Sequoia Middle Fresno | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Vang Pao Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Winchell Elementary Fresno | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Elizabeth Terronez Middle Fresno | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Lane Elementary Fresno | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Juan Felipe Herrera Elementary Fresno | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Cambridge Continuation High Fresno | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Roosevelt High Fresno | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Malaga Elementary Fresno | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Kirk Elementary Fresno | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Jackson Elementary Fresno | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Mario G. Olmos Elementary Fresno | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Edith B. Storey Elementary Fresno | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Orange Center Elementary Fresno | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| David L. Greenberg Elementary Fresno | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Burroughs Elementary Fresno | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Phoenix Secondary Fresno | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Rowell Elementary Fresno | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,099
Median Home Value
$262,400
Median Rent
$1,222/mo
Population
25,520
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
31.5
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|---|---|
| Alameda Elementary Downey, CA | 6.3 |
| Balboa Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.3 |
| Belvedere Elementary Highland, CA | 6.3 |
| Birney Elementary Fresno, CA | 6.3 |
| Bonsall West Elementary Oceanside, CA | 6.3 |
| California Elementary La Puente, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calwa Elementary
What grades does Calwa Elementary serve?
Calwa Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Calwa Elementary?
Calwa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calwa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Calwa Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Calwa Elementary rank in CA?
Calwa Elementary ranks #4,862 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Calwa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Calwa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Calwa Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Calwa Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Calwa Elementary a charter school?
No, Calwa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Calwa Elementary a Title I school?
No, Calwa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calwa Elementary?
97.8% of students at Calwa Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 580
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.8%
- Phone
- (559) 457-2610
Resources & Links
District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #59 of 98
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