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Elementary SchoolsGrades K-6

Central Elementary

Central Unified · Fresno County · 2195 North Polk Avenue, Fresno, CA 93722-5052

(559) 274-9780 · po.centralunified.org/

6/10
#2344
Rank 2344 out of 5,722
Top 41%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2112 · 63rd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2464 · 57th percentile
Science6/10 · #2672 · 52nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Central Elementary sits in the western stretches of Fresno, a part of the city that has a quieter, more suburban feel compared to the busier corridors closer to downtown. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with English scores nudging ahead of math and science — making it a reasonable fit for families who want a well-rounded neighborhood school without the pressure of a hyper-competitive environment. Families rooted in the Central Unified community tend to appreciate the local connections here, and with Fresno's relatively affordable cost of living and easy access to both the Sierra Nevada and the Valley's agricultural heartland, it's a solid home base for families planting roots in the area.

Student Demographics

419 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
233 (56%)
Asian
119 (28%)
White
32 (8%)
African American
22 (5%)
Multiple Races
10 (2%)
Other
3 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners89 (21%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged350 (84%)
Students with Disabilities41 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

762
Enrollment
29
Teachers (FTE)
26.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
27.8
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #5248 · 13th percentile

27 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found