Serving 802 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Vang Pao Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vang Pao Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Vang Pao Elementary School's student population of 802 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 89% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
802 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vang Pao Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vang Pao Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#4450 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vang Pao Elementary School's ranking?
Vang Pao Elementary School is ranked #4450 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vang Pao Elementary School?
802 students attend Vang Pao Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Vang Pao Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vang Pao Elementary School?
Vang Pao Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vang Pao Elementary School offer ?
Vang Pao Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Vang Pao Elementary School part of?
Vang Pao Elementary School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Vang Pao Elementary School located?
Vang Pao Elementary School is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 30 other public schools located in Roosevelt.
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