Merle L. Fuller Elementary School serves 540 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merle L. Fuller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Merle L. Fuller Elementary School's student population of 540 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Merle L. Fuller Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Merle L. Fuller Elementary School?
540 students attend Merle L. Fuller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Merle L. Fuller Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merle L. Fuller Elementary School?
Merle L. Fuller Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Merle L. Fuller Elementary School offer ?
Merle L. Fuller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Merle L. Fuller Elementary School part of?
Merle L. Fuller Elementary School is part of Chowchilla Elementary School District.
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