Raymond-Knowles Union Elementary

Raymond-Knowles Union Elementary is an active, traditional public school district headquartered at 31828 Road 600 in Raymond, California. Nestled in a distant rural setting within the greater Fresno metropolitan region, this single-school district provides a close-knit educational environment for local students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Operating as a non-charter public institution, the district serves as an essential learning anchor for the surrounding community, focusing on foundational elementary instruction and upper-grade academic preparation. Community members and prospective families can learn more about its offerings online at rkusd.k12.ca.us or reach the district office directly at (559) 689-3336.

For the 2024–2025 academic year, the district educates a focused cohort of 88 students, comprising 46 female and 42 male learners. Reflecting a varied local demographic, the student body includes 40 White, 30 Hispanic, 11 multiracial, 6 American Indian, and 1 Asian student. The district is well-resourced to support its student body, employing 10 full-time equivalent teachers supported by 14 dedicated support personnel, bringing the total district staff to 24 full-time equivalent positions. This remarkable ratio of under nine students per teacher allows for highly personalized instruction, strong academic mentorship, and a comprehensive support network tailored to the unique developmental needs of every child in the community.