Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary
505 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 115 |
| Hispanic | 79 |
| Asian | 270 |
| Two or More | 40 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Asian270 (53.5 %)
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White115 (22.8 %)
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Hispanic79 (15.6 %)
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Two or More40 (7.9 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 114 |
| Grade 1 | 85 |
| Grade 2 | 78 |
| Grade 3 | 71 |
| Grade 4 | 85 |
| Grade 5 | 72 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 247 | 48.9% |
| Male | 258 | 51.1% |
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