Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fred Ekstrand Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred Ekstrand Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fred Ekstrand Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fred Ekstrand Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fred Ekstrand Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1817 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Fred Ekstrand Elementary School's ranking?
Fred Ekstrand Elementary School is ranked #1817 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fred Ekstrand Elementary School often compared to?
Fred Ekstrand Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fred Ekstrand Elementary School?
498 students attend Fred Ekstrand Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Fred Ekstrand Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred Ekstrand Elementary School?
Fred Ekstrand Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fred Ekstrand Elementary School offer ?
Fred Ekstrand Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fred Ekstrand Elementary School part of?
Fred Ekstrand Elementary School is part of Bonita Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 9/9/2019
It''s a great school!!Teachers and principal do a great job with the kids.
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