Very Good
#3470 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Mario G. Olmos Elementary
Elementary School · Fresno Unified
550 South Garden Ave., Fresno, CA 93727
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,470 of 9,539
In Fresno
#70 of 175
public schools
In district
#45 of 98
Fresno Unified
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Mario G. Olmos Elementary
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About Mario G. Olmos Elementary
Mario G. Olmos Elementary is a public elementary school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified. Mario G.
Olmos Elementary serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mario G. Olmos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,470 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mario G. Olmos Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mario G. Olmos Elementary runs 21.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Mario G. Olmos Elementary — Students at Mario G. Olmos Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
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 Mario G. Olmos Elementary Compares
See how Mario G. Olmos Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
550 South Garden Ave., Fresno, CA 93727
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mario G. Olmos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vang Pao Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is David L. Greenberg Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ann B. Leavenworth (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Continuation High Fresno | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Burroughs Elementary Fresno | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Lane Elementary Fresno | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| David L. Greenberg Elementary Fresno | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| ST HELENS SCHOOL Fresno | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Helen Fresno | 0.9 mi | — |
| Kings Canyon Middle Fresno | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Roosevelt High Fresno | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Easterby Elementary Fresno | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Sunnyside High Fresno | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Mollie S. Bakman Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Ewing Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Ezekiel Balderas Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Ayer Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Ann B. Leavenworth Fresno | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Elizabeth Terronez Middle Fresno | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Vang Pao Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fresno | 1.7 mi | — |
| Turner Elementary Fresno | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Aynesworth Elementary Fresno | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,247
Median Home Value
$370,300
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
83,630
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mario G. Olmos Elementary
What grades does Mario G. Olmos Elementary serve?
Mario G. Olmos Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mario G. Olmos Elementary?
Mario G. Olmos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mario G. Olmos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mario G. Olmos Elementary is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mario G. Olmos Elementary rank in CA?
Mario G. Olmos Elementary ranks #3,470 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mario G. Olmos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mario G. Olmos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Mario G. Olmos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mario G. Olmos Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mario G. Olmos Elementary a charter school?
No, Mario G. Olmos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mario G. Olmos Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mario G. Olmos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mario G. Olmos Elementary?
98.6% of students at Mario G. Olmos 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
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.1%
- Phone
- (559) 253-6620
Resources & Links
District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #45 of 98
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