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Freshwater Elementary

75 Greenwood Heights Dr., Eureka, CA, 95503

About Freshwater Elementary

Freshwater Elementary School is a public school in Eureka that teaches kids in grades K–6. There are about 198 students at the school, and the student-teacher ratio is about 22:1. This means that classes are small and students can get help with their schoolwork one-on-one. It puts a lot of stress on math, reading, writing, and basic science. Arts programs, physical education, and using technology in the classroom are all examples of enrichment activities that can help students grow in all areas. About 37% of students are good at math, and about 62% are good at reading. This means that they are better at English Language Arts. The amount of money spent on each student is usually about the same as the average for public elementary schools in California, both in the district and the state. Families researching the best elementary school in California may consider Freshwater Elementary School as part of their evaluation. Overall, the school shows solid reading outcomes and a supportive learning environment, with opportunities to further strengthen math achievement.

Freshwater Elementary Contact Information

Address

75 Greenwood Heights Dr., Eureka, CA, 95503

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Phone

(707) 442-2969

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 37%
Reading 62%
State average proficiency is 37% in Math and 62% in Reading.
12
Full-time Teachers
22 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
265
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 2481 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Freshwater Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 71.7%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 12.08%
Black 0.38%
Two+ Races 12.83%
Native Am. 2.26%
White
71.7%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
12.08%
Black
0.38%
Two+ Races
12.83%
Native Am.
2.26%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 265
52.83%
140 Female
47.17%
125 Male

Student Population

265 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

623 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Freshwater Elementary held a night for families to celebrate their students' success. There were STEM projects, classroom showcases, and creative arts activities at the event. Staff and families are still working together to make a supportive environment that encourages learning and strong community involvement.

FAQ

Q1. What school district does Freshwater Elementary School belong to?

Ans. The Freshwater School District in Eureka, California, runs Freshwater Elementary School.

Q2. How many students are there in total?

Ans. Depending on the school year, the school usually has between 200 and 300 students.

Q3. Does the school offer services for students with special needs?

Ans. Yes, students who qualify can get special education programs and support services that meet state and federal standards.

Q4. Does Freshwater Elementary School have programs after school?

Ans. Depending on funding and partnerships with the community, there may be after-school programs or activities that help kids learn more.

Q5. What can parents do to be a part of the school community?

Ans. Parents can get involved by volunteering, going to school events, and joining parent–teacher organizations.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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