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King Elementary
Elementary School · Fresno Unified
1001 East Florence Ave., Fresno, CA 93706
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,216 of 9,539
In Fresno
#127 of 175
public schools
In district
#78 of 98
Fresno Unified
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King Elementary
Elementary School in Fresno · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About King Elementary
King Elementary is a public elementary school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified. King Elementary serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. King Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,216 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for King Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
King Elementary runs 21.4:1 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.
39% of students at King 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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King Elementary — Students at King Elementary score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How King Elementary Compares
See how King Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1001 East Florence Ave., Fresno, CA 93706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunset Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kepler Neighborhood (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Akira Yokomi Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle Fresno | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Fresno | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Edison Computech Fresno | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Edison High Fresno | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Ambassador Phillip V. Sanchez II Public Charter Fresno | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Kirk Elementary Fresno | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| W.E.B. DuBois Public Charter Fresno | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Big Picture Educational Academy Fresno | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Columbia Elementary Fresno | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Fresno County Special Education Fresno | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Innova School Fresno | 1.3 mi | — |
| Kepler Neighborhood Fresno | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| WILSON HOME SCHOOL Fresno | 1.4 mi | — |
| Edison-Bethune Charter Academy Fresno | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| West Fresno Middle Fresno | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| West Fresno Elementary Fresno | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| School of Unlimited Learning Fresno | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Fresno | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Sunset Elementary Fresno | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Akira Yokomi Elementary Fresno | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,023
Median Home Value
$227,600
Median Rent
$1,129/mo
Population
40,635
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
37.7%
Median Age
30.4
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| Arbuckle Elementary Arbuckle, CA | 5.6 |
| Camino Elementary Camino, CA | 5.6 |
| Carmela Elementary Whittier, CA | 5.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Calexico, CA | 5.6 |
| Cielo Vista Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King Elementary
What grades does King Elementary serve?
King Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend King Elementary?
King Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at King Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does King Elementary rank in CA?
King Elementary ranks #6,216 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is King Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
King Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 King Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, King Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is King Elementary a charter school?
No, King Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is King Elementary a Title I school?
No, King Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for King Elementary?
98.7% of students at King 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
- 557
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (559) 457-2970
Resources & Links
District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #78 of 98
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