MERLE L. FULLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Merle L. Fuller Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chowchilla Elementary school district, located in Chowchilla, CA with about 509 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Merle L. Fuller Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Merle L. Fuller Elementary School is a public school located in Chowchilla, California, serving students in grades TK through 6. As part of the Chowchilla Elementary School District, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. It serves as a central hub for the local community, striving to provide a solid educational foundation through a structured curriculum and various extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare young students for future success.

The campus culture at Fuller Elementary is centered on inclusivity and the success of its diverse student body. The faculty and staff focus on implementing research-based instructional strategies while maintaining close ties with families to ensure holistic student development. By balancing core academic subjects—such as English language arts and mathematics—with social-emotional learning, the school aims to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens within the Chowchilla community.

For more information, contact Merle L. Fuller Elementary at (559) 665-8050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.