Serving 675 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pyle 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pyle Elementary School's student population of 675 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pyle 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 Pyle Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#8481 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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
What is Pyle Elementary School's ranking?
Pyle Elementary School is ranked #8481 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pyle Elementary School often compared to?
Pyle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Mar Elementary School, Holland Elementary School, Roeding Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pyle Elementary School?
675 students attend Pyle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Pyle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pyle Elementary School?
Pyle Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pyle Elementary School offer ?
Pyle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Pyle Elementary School part of?
Pyle Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Pyle Elementary School located?
Pyle Elementary School is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
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