Very Good
#1731 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
Wawona K-8
Elementary School · Fresno Unified
4524 North Thorne Ave., Fresno, CA 93704
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,731 of 9,539
In Fresno
#27 of 175
public schools
In district
#16 of 98
Fresno Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Wawona K-8
Elementary School in Fresno · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wawona K-8
Wawona K-8 is a public elementary school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified. Wawona K-8 serves approximately 675 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wawona K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,731 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wawona K-8 show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wawona K-8 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at Wawona K-8 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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Wawona K-8 — Students at Wawona K-8 score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Wawona K-8 Compares
See how Wawona K-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4524 North Thorne Ave., Fresno, CA 93704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wawona K-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aspen Meadow Public (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Aspen Valley Prep Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bullard Talent (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Powers-Ginsburg Elementary Fresno | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Fairmont Private School of Fresno Fresno | 0.5 mi | — |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL Fresno | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Bullard Talent Fresno | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Endeavor Charter Fresno | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Deborah A. Williams Elementary Fresno | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| The Fearless School Fresno | 0.8 mi | — |
| Gibson Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Bullard High Fresno | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Del Mar Elementary Fresno | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Roeding Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Phoenix Elementary Academy Community Day Fresno | 1.3 mi | — |
| Morris E. Dailey Charter Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Aspen Meadow Public Fresno | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Fort Miller Middle Fresno | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Baird Middle Fresno | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Tenaya Middle Fresno | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Aspen Valley Prep Academy Fresno | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| St. Anthony Fresno | 1.6 mi | — |
| Florence E. Rata Fresno | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,659
Median Home Value
$366,000
Median Rent
$1,392/mo
Population
29,172
College Educated
34.8%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
37.7
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|---|---|
| Agnes M. Baptist Elementary Modesto, CA | 7.9 |
| Alianza Charter Watsonville, CA | 7.9 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.9 |
| Banyan Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 7.9 |
| Bird Rock Elementary La Jolla, CA | 7.9 |
| Booksin Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wawona K-8
What grades does Wawona K-8 serve?
Wawona K-8 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Wawona K-8?
Wawona K-8 has an enrollment of approximately 675 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wawona K-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Wawona K-8 is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wawona K-8 rank in CA?
Wawona K-8 ranks #1,731 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wawona K-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Wawona K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Wawona K-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wawona K-8 has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Wawona K-8 a charter school?
No, Wawona K-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wawona K-8 a Title I school?
No, Wawona K-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wawona K-8?
77.2% of students at Wawona K-8 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 675
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (559) 248-7310
Resources & Links
District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #16 of 98
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