Needs Improvement
#9248 of 9,539 schools in CA
Fair Oaks Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
2400 Lisa Ln., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,248 of 9,539
In Pleasant Hill
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#41 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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Fair Oaks Elementary
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About Fair Oaks Elementary
Fair Oaks Elementary is a public elementary school in Pleasant Hill, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Fair Oaks Elementary serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Fair Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #9,248 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Fair Oaks Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Fair Oaks Elementary runs 21.2:1 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.
49% of students at Fair Oaks 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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Fair Oaks Elementary — Students at Fair Oaks Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Fair Oaks Elementary Compares
See how Fair Oaks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2400 Lisa Ln., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fair Oaks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bancroft Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoia Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ygnacio Valley Elementary (rated 3.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Concord), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pleasant Hill, see our Pleasant Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Elementary Concord | 0.7 mi | 2.0 |
| Sonder Creek Academy Walnut Creek | 0.9 mi | — |
| Sequoia Middle Pleasant Hill | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Spectrum Center, Inc.-Valley Campus Concord | 0.9 mi | — |
| SPECTRUM CENTER-VALLEY CAMPUS Concord | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CORE Education Academy Concord | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Walnut Creek Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | — |
| Oak Grove Middle Concord | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Pleasant Hill Middle Pleasant Hill | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Horizons School: Independent Study Pleasant Hill | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Prospect High (Continuation) Pleasant Hill | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Sequoia Elementary Pleasant Hill | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| CORE EDUCATION ACADEMY Concord | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Bancroft Elementary Walnut Creek | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| WELLSPRING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC Walnut Creek | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Carondelet High School Concord | 1.2 mi | — |
| Wellspring Educational Services Inc Walnut Creek | 1.3 mi | — |
| CARONDELET HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Ygnacio Valley Elementary Concord | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| De La Salle High School of Concord Concord | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94523 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,622
Median Home Value
$1,038,400
Median Rent
$2,479/mo
Population
34,789
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fair Oaks Elementary
What grades does Fair Oaks Elementary serve?
Fair Oaks Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fair Oaks Elementary?
Fair Oaks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fair Oaks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fair Oaks Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fair Oaks Elementary rank in CA?
Fair Oaks Elementary ranks #9,248 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fair Oaks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fair Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Fair Oaks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fair Oaks Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fair Oaks Elementary a charter school?
No, Fair Oaks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fair Oaks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fair Oaks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fair Oaks Elementary?
79.1% of students at Fair Oaks 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (925) 685-4494
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #41 of 47
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