Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Patterson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Patterson Elementary School's student population of 620 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate, Challenge, Inspire
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
Patterson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patterson Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#687 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
70%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterson Elementary School's ranking?
Patterson Elementary School is ranked #687 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Patterson Elementary School often compared to?
Patterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oliveira Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Patterson Elementary School?
620 students attend Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Patterson Elementary School students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patterson Elementary School?
Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Patterson Elementary School offer ?
Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Patterson Elementary School part of?
Patterson Elementary School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Patterson Elementary School located?
Patterson Elementary School is located in the Centerville neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in Centerville.
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