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Merle L. Fuller Elementary
Elementary School · Chowchilla Elementary
PO Box 910, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,197 of 9,539
In Chowchilla
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Chowchilla Elementary
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Merle L. Fuller Elementary
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About Merle L. Fuller Elementary
Merle L. Fuller Elementary is a public elementary school in Chowchilla, CA, part of Chowchilla Elementary. Merle L.
Fuller Elementary serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Merle L. Fuller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,197 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Merle L. Fuller Elementary runs 22.5:1 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.
35% of students at Merle L. Fuller 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Merle L. Fuller Elementary Compares
See how Merle L. Fuller Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 910, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Merle L. Fuller Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alview Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 12.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Le Grand Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Le Grand), which scores notably higher. Additionally, El Nido Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby El Nido), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chowchilla, see our Chowchilla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Middle Chowchilla | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Stephens Elementary Chowchilla | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Chowchilla Union High Chowchilla | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Gateway High (Continuation) Chowchilla | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Ronald Reagan Elementary Chowchilla | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CHOWCHILLA SDA SCHOOL Chowchilla | 3.8 mi | — |
| Chowchilla Adventist School Chowchilla | 3.8 mi | — |
| Fairmead Elementary Chowchilla | 4.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Dairyland Elementary Chowchilla | 7.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Le Grand High Le Grand | 7.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Granada High Le Grand | 7.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Le Grand Elementary Le Grand | 7.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Dixieland Elementary Madera | 8.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Plainsburg Union Elementary Merced | 8.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle Planada | 11.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Planada Elementary Planada | 12.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Howard Elementary Madera | 13.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Alview Elementary Chowchilla | 12.1 mi | 7.8 |
| El Nido Elementary El Nido | 12.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary Merced | 14.3 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,567
Median Home Value
$342,000
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
24,088
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
35.2
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|---|---|
| Alamo Elementary Vacaville, CA | 5.6 |
| 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 Merle L. Fuller Elementary
What grades does Merle L. Fuller Elementary serve?
Merle L. Fuller Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Merle L. Fuller Elementary?
Merle L. Fuller Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Merle L. Fuller Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Merle L. Fuller Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Merle L. Fuller Elementary rank in CA?
Merle L. Fuller Elementary ranks #6,197 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Merle L. Fuller Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Merle L. Fuller 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.
Is Merle L. Fuller Elementary a charter school?
No, Merle L. Fuller Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Merle L. Fuller Elementary a Title I school?
No, Merle L. Fuller Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Merle L. Fuller Elementary?
91.9% of students at Merle L. Fuller 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Madera County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (559) 665-8050
Resources & Links
District
Chowchilla Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,171
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,031
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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