Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Carroll Fowler Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carroll Fowler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carroll Fowler Elementary School's student population of 527 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Carroll Fowler Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carroll Fowler Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#8389 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carroll Fowler Elementary School's ranking?
Carroll Fowler Elementary School is ranked #8389 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carroll Fowler Elementary School often compared to?
Carroll Fowler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caswell Elementary School, Lucas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carroll Fowler Elementary School?
527 students attend Carroll Fowler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Carroll Fowler Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carroll Fowler Elementary School?
Carroll Fowler Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carroll Fowler Elementary School offer ?
Carroll Fowler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Carroll Fowler Elementary School part of?
Carroll Fowler Elementary School is part of Ceres Unified School District.
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