Needs Improvement
#9292 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cleo Gordon Elementary
Elementary School · Fairfield-Suisun Unified
1950 Dover Ave., Fairfield, CA 94533
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
29.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
29.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,292 of 9,539
In Fairfield
#27 of 31
public schools
In district
#23 of 29
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
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About Cleo Gordon Elementary
Cleo Gordon Elementary is a public elementary school in Fairfield, CA, part of Fairfield-Suisun Unified. Cleo Gordon Elementary serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 29.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleo Gordon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,292 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cleo Gordon Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cleo Gordon Elementary runs 29.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
48% of students at Cleo Gordon 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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Cleo Gordon Elementary — Students at Cleo Gordon Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How Cleo Gordon Elementary Compares
See how Cleo Gordon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1950 Dover Ave., Fairfield, CA 94533
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cleo Gordon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOLANO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dover Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAIRFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairfield | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| A+ homeschool Fairfield | 0.2 mi | — |
| Dover Elementary Fairfield | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Grange Middle Fairfield | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Anna Kyle Elementary Fairfield | 0.6 mi | 2.6 |
| H. Glenn Richardson Fairfield | 0.6 mi | — |
| Fairfield High Fairfield | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Sem Yeto Continuation High Fairfield | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Centurion Christian Classical School Fairfield | 1.0 mi | — |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Fairfield | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Laurel Creek Elementary Fairfield | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Public Safety Academy Fairfield | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Sullivan Language Immersion Academy Fairfield | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SOLANO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fairfield | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Solano Christian Academy Fairfield | 1.1 mi | — |
| TATER TOTS CHRISTIAN KINDERGARTEN Fairfield | 1.2 mi | — |
| Armijo High Fairfield | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Suisun Elementary Suisun City | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Solano County Community Fairfield | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Solano County Special Education Fairfield | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94533 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,990
Median Home Value
$497,300
Median Rent
$1,980/mo
Population
78,537
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cleo Gordon Elementary
What grades does Cleo Gordon Elementary serve?
Cleo Gordon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cleo Gordon Elementary?
Cleo Gordon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleo Gordon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cleo Gordon Elementary is 29.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cleo Gordon Elementary rank in CA?
Cleo Gordon Elementary ranks #9,292 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cleo Gordon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cleo Gordon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Cleo Gordon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleo Gordon Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cleo Gordon Elementary a charter school?
No, Cleo Gordon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cleo Gordon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cleo Gordon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cleo Gordon Elementary?
81.0% of students at Cleo Gordon 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.5%
- Phone
- (707) 421-4125
Resources & Links
District
Fairfield-Suisun Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,413
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,681
- District Rank
- #23 of 29
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