Very Good
#2504 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Ericson Elementary
Elementary School · Fresno Unified
4774 East Yale Ave., Fresno, CA 93703
Enrollment
747
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
747
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,504 of 9,539
In Fresno
#44 of 175
public schools
In district
#24 of 98
Fresno Unified
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Ericson Elementary
Ericson Elementary is a public elementary school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified. Ericson Elementary serves approximately 747 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ericson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,504 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ericson Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Ericson 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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Ericson Elementary — Students at Ericson Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
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: 7.1/10.
How Ericson Elementary Compares
See how Ericson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4774 East Yale Ave., Fresno, CA 93703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ericson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ann B. Leavenworth (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ewing Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Burroughs Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Norseman Elementary Fresno | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fresno | 0.5 mi | — |
| Violet Heintz Education Academy Fresno | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Sierra Charter Fresno | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Scandinavian Middle Fresno | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Ewing Elementary Fresno | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Creative Alternative School Fresno | 0.7 mi | — |
| Irwin O. Addicott Fresno | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| McLane High Fresno | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Helen Fresno | 1.4 mi | — |
| Erma Duncan Polytechnical High Fresno | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ST HELENS SCHOOL Fresno | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Ann B. Leavenworth Fresno | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Yosemite Middle Fresno | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Wishon Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Mollie S. Bakman Elementary Fresno | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Turner Elementary Fresno | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Burroughs Elementary Fresno | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Viking Elementary Fresno | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| FRESNO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Fresno | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,236
Median Home Value
$250,200
Median Rent
$1,204/mo
Population
34,166
College Educated
9.3%
Homeownership
39.6%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
30.2
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|---|---|
| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Riverside, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Brooklyn Avenue Los Angeles, CA | 7.5 |
| Butterfield Ranch Elementary Chino, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ericson Elementary
What grades does Ericson Elementary serve?
Ericson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ericson Elementary?
Ericson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 747 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ericson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ericson Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ericson Elementary rank in CA?
Ericson Elementary ranks #2,504 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ericson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ericson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Ericson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ericson Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ericson Elementary a charter school?
No, Ericson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ericson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ericson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ericson Elementary?
97.1% of students at Ericson 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
- 747
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.6%
- Phone
- (559) 253-6450
Resources & Links
District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #24 of 98
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