Serving 838 students in grades Kindergarten-6, John S. Wash Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John S. Wash Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John S. Wash Elementary School's student population of 838 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
838 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Motto
Many Cultures, One Family - Stronger Together.
School Rankings
John S. Wash 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 John S. Wash Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2010 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
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 John S. Wash Elementary School's ranking?
John S. Wash Elementary School is ranked #2010 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are John S. Wash Elementary School often compared to?
John S. Wash Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequoia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John S. Wash Elementary School?
838 students attend John S. Wash Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of John S. Wash Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John S. Wash Elementary School?
John S. Wash Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John S. Wash Elementary School offer ?
John S. Wash Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is John S. Wash Elementary School part of?
John S. Wash Elementary School is part of Sanger Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John S. Wash Elementary School located?
John S. Wash Elementary School is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 30 other public schools located in Roosevelt.
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