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.
526
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
26.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White109
Hispanic93
Asian275
Two or More45
Pacific Islander3
  • Asian
    275 (52.4%)
  • White
    109 (20.8%)
  • Hispanic
    93 (17.7%)
  • Two or More
    45 (8.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.6%)
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
Website: http://tamura.fvsd.us/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 526
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 26.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 134
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 105
Grade 1 86
Grade 2 83
Grade 3 89
Grade 4 86
Grade 5 77

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten105
Grade 186
Grade 283
Grade 389
Grade 486
Grade 577
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24246%
Male28353.8%
Not Specified10.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)