Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to the 2024-25 school year! We remain committed to excellence in academics and the development of positive leadership skills and social interaction.
School Rankings
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School's ranking?
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School is ranked #699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School often compared to?
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Courreges (Roch) Elementary School, Ethan B. Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School?
526 students attend Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School?
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School offer ?
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School part of?
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary School is part of Fountain Valley Elementary School District.
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