School Overview
Manuel F. Hernandez Elementary School, located at 2133 N. Leila St. in Visalia, California, is a public school operating under the Visalia Unified School District (VUSD). The school is dedicated to providing a foundational education for students in the local community, emphasizing academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. As part of the VUSD system, the school follows the district’s mission to prepare students for success in college, career, and life by maintaining high standards for instruction and fostering a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The school serves a diverse population of young learners, focusing on creating a supportive atmosphere where students can thrive both intellectually and socially. Through its official website, the school maintains clear communication with parents and the community, offering resources and updates regarding academic programs, school policies, and extracurricular opportunities. By integrating core curriculum standards with a commitment to student engagement, Manuel F. Hernandez Elementary strives to be a cornerstone of the Visalia neighborhood, helping its students build the necessary groundwork for their future educational journeys.
707
Total Students
29.8
Full-Time Teachers
23.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
59.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Manuel F. Hernandez
Demographic Student Count
White120
Hispanic492
Black13
Asian39
Two or More42
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    492 (69.6%)
  • White
    120 (17.0%)
  • Two or More
    42 (5.9%)
  • Asian
    39 (5.5%)
  • Black
    13 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
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: Visalia Unified
Phone: (559)622-3199
Website: http://www.vusd.org
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 707
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 389
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 28
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 124
Grade 1 83
Grade 2 105
Grade 3 85
Grade 4 94
Grade 5 92
Grade 6 124

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Manuel F. Hernandez
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten124
Grade 183
Grade 2105
Grade 385
Grade 494
Grade 592
Grade 6124
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Manuel F. Hernandez
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34749.1%
Male36050.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)