Serving 283 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Freshwater Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freshwater Elementary School's student population of 283 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Freshwater Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freshwater Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#2531 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
73%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freshwater Elementary School's ranking?
Freshwater Elementary School is ranked #2531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Freshwater Elementary School often compared to?
Freshwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Freshwater Elementary School?
283 students attend Freshwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Freshwater Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freshwater Elementary School?
Freshwater Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Freshwater Elementary School offer ?
Freshwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Freshwater Elementary School part of?
Freshwater Elementary School is part of Freshwater Elementary School District.
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