Very Good
#2291 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
J. E. Young Academic Center
School · Fresno Unified
822 North Abby St., Fresno, CA 93701
Enrollment
1,266
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,266
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,291 of 9,539
In Fresno
#41 of 175
public schools
In district
#22 of 98
Fresno Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About J. E. Young Academic Center
J. E. Young Academic Center is a public school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified.
J. E. Young Academic Center serves approximately 1,266 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
J. E. Young Academic Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,291 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for J. E. Young Academic Center show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at J. E. Young Academic Center 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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J. E. Young Academic Center — Students at J. E. Young Academic Center score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How J. E. Young Academic Center Compares
See how J. E. Young Academic Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
822 North Abby St., Fresno, CA 93701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J. E. Young Academic Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Susan B. Anthony Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kepler Neighborhood (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Fresno | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Akira Yokomi Elementary Fresno | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Webster Elementary Fresno | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Tehipite Middle Fresno | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Fresno | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| San Joaquin Memorial High Fresno | 0.7 mi | — |
| SAN JOAQUIN MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Fresno | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Heaton Elementary Fresno | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| School of Unlimited Learning Fresno | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Career Technical Education Charter Fresno | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Holy Cross Junior High Fresno | 0.8 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Fresno | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Fulton Fresno | 1.0 mi | — |
| Phillip J Patino School of Entrepreneurship Fresno | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Design Science Middle College High Fresno | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Kepler Neighborhood Fresno | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Innova School Fresno | 1.2 mi | — |
| Access Read Academy Fresno | 1.2 mi | — |
| Muir Elementary Fresno | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Fresno County Special Education Fresno | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,192
Median Home Value
$207,600
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
10,258
College Educated
7.2%
Homeownership
10.9%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
31.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J. E. Young Academic Center
What grades does J. E. Young Academic Center serve?
J. E. Young Academic Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend J. E. Young Academic Center?
J. E. Young Academic Center has an enrollment of approximately 1,266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J. E. Young Academic Center?
The student-teacher ratio at J. E. Young Academic Center is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J. E. Young Academic Center rank in CA?
J. E. Young Academic Center ranks #2,291 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is J. E. Young Academic Center's MySchoolScout rating?
J. E. Young Academic Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 J. E. Young Academic Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J. E. Young Academic Center has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is J. E. Young Academic Center a charter school?
No, J. E. Young Academic Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J. E. Young Academic Center a Title I school?
No, J. E. Young Academic Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J. E. Young Academic Center?
93.2% of students at J. E. Young Academic Center 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,266
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.5%
- Phone
- (559) 457-3190
- 4-Year Graduation
- 83.0%
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District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #22 of 98
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