Serving 862 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Virginia R. Boris Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virginia R. Boris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Virginia R. Boris Elementary School's student population of 862 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
862 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Virginia R. Boris Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virginia R. Boris Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#3091 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
38%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Virginia R. Boris Elementary School's ranking?
Virginia R. Boris Elementary School is ranked #3091 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Virginia R. Boris Elementary School often compared to?
Virginia R. Boris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roger S. Oraze Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Virginia R. Boris Elementary School?
862 students attend Virginia R. Boris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Virginia R. Boris Elementary School students are Asian, 38% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virginia R. Boris Elementary School?
Virginia R. Boris Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Virginia R. Boris Elementary School offer ?
Virginia R. Boris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Virginia R. Boris Elementary School part of?
Virginia R. Boris Elementary School is part of Clovis Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Virginia R. Boris Elementary School located?
Virginia R. Boris Elementary School is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
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