Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary

School Overview
Tamura Elementary School, located in the Fountain Valley School District in California, is a highly regarded public school serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. The school is named in honor of the Tamura family, who were prominent local farmers, and it maintains a strong commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment. With a focus on the "whole child," the school balances core curriculum standards with programs that emphasize character development, social-emotional learning, and community engagement.

The school is well-regarded for its dedicated teaching staff and active parent participation, which contribute to a tight-knit campus culture. Tamura Elementary emphasizes technology integration and hands-on learning to prepare students for future academic success. Beyond the classroom, the school provides various enrichment opportunities, including extracurricular clubs and activities, aimed at promoting student leadership and creativity. Overall, Tamura is recognized as a staple of the Fountain Valley community, prioritizing both student achievement and a positive, welcoming school climate.
505
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
25.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White115
Hispanic79
Asian270
Two or More40
Pacific Islander1
  • Asian
    270 (53.5 %)
  • White
    115 (22.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    79 (15.6 %)
  • Two or More
    40 (7.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Fountain Valley Elementary
Phone: (714)375-6226
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 505
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 25.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 134
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 114
Grade 1 85
Grade 2 78
Grade 3 71
Grade 4 85
Grade 5 72

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten114
Grade 185
Grade 278
Grade 371
Grade 485
Grade 572
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24748.9%
Male25851.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)