Far West Elementary School serves 195 students in grades 4-5.
Minority enrollment was 40% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which was lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
13%
55%
Black
12%
5%
White
60%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Far West Elementary School?
195 students attend Far West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Far West Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Black.
What grades does Far West Elementary School offer ?
Far West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Far West Elementary School part of?
Far West Elementary School is part of Wheatland School District.
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