Island Elementary

Island Elementary is a public elementary school in Lemoore, CA, part of the Island Union Elementary. The school serves approximately 367 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.4th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 56% proficiency in math, 19 points above the state average and 66% in reading/language arts, 21 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $78,181, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant rural setting.

The student-teacher ratio at Island Elementary is 20.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Island Elementary is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Located in a rural area, Island Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.