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Freshwater Elementary

Freshwater Elementary · Humboldt County · 75 Greenwood Heights Drive, Eureka, CA 95503-9569

(707) 442-2969 · www.freshwatersd.org

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8/10
#1542
Rank 1542 out of 5,722
Top 27%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1583 · 72nd percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #1720 · 70th percentile
Science8/10 · #1298 · 77th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the forested outskirts of Eureka, Freshwater Elementary has the feel of a close-knit community school where teachers genuinely know their students — and that shows in scores that land solidly above average across English, math, and science. Families who value a slower pace of life, surrounded by redwoods and the rugged Humboldt County coast, tend to put down deep roots here. It's a good fit for parents who want a neighborhood school with real character rather than a polished suburban campus.

Student Demographics

141 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
105 (74%)
Multiple Races
17 (12%)
Hispanic
11 (8%)
American Indian
5 (4%)
Other
3 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged68 (48%)
Students with Disabilities17 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

283
Enrollment
16.4
Teachers (FTE)
17.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1.3
Administrators (FTE)
17.5
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 Programs1/10 · #5611 · 7th percentile

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