Serving 476 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Muir Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muir Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Muir Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Muir Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muir Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8743 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
71%
55%
Black
10%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muir Elementary School's ranking?
Muir Elementary School is ranked #8743 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Muir Elementary School?
476 students attend Muir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Muir Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muir Elementary School?
Muir Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Muir Elementary School offer ?
Muir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Muir Elementary School part of?
Muir Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Muir Elementary School located?
Muir Elementary School is located in the Tower District neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tower District.
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