MORRIS E. DAILEY CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Morris E. Dailey Charter Elementary is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Fresno Unified school district, located in Fresno, CA with about 398 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 11 teachers, Morris E. Dailey Charter Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 36:1. 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.

Morris E. Dailey Charter Elementary, located in the historic Tower District of Fresno, California, is a specialized K-6 public charter school operating under the Fresno Innovative Charter Schools (FICS) umbrella. Distinguished by its focus on the arts and integrated learning, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education where creative expression is woven into the core academic curriculum. The campus is known for its vibrant atmosphere, where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills through hands-on projects, performances, and collaborative discovery.

As a charter institution, Dailey Charter maintains a smaller, tight-knit community feel that fosters strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and students. The school is particularly noted for its commitment to visual and performing arts, which serve as a primary vehicle for student engagement and academic enrichment. By blending rigorous standard-based instruction with artistic exploration, Morris E. Dailey aims to cultivate well-rounded, imaginative learners who are prepared for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Morris E. Dailey Charter Elementary at (559) 248-7060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3135 N. Harrison Ave.
Fresno, CA 93704-5240
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MORRIS E. DAILEY CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Charter school in Fresno, CA with about 398 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Fresno Unified
District:
Fresno Unified
Total Students:
398
Teachers:
11
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 398 students

Hispanic/Latino
48.7%
White
31.2%
Two or more races
7.0%
Black or African American
5.8%
Asian
5.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
54.0%
Male
46.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.