Joseph M. Simas School
Hanford, CA 93230
Phone: (559) 585-3790
Fax: (559) 585-2386
District: Hanford Elementary
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades KG,1,2,3,4,5,6 • 514 students
Joseph M. Simas School, a public school located in Hanford, CA, serves grades K-6 in the Hanford Elementary School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Joseph M. Simas School is a public school located in Hanford, CA. 514 students attend Joseph M. Simas School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 7/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 6/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from California Department of Education. |
Posted: October 27, 2022
1st grade teacher Prizaznic, experience has been very unpleasant. She believes her place is above that of the parents.
School has failed to notify parents multiple times about injuries on the playground.
Posted: October 27, 2022
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Posted: August 28, 2019
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Posted: August 28, 2019
The campus is great, kids are thriving, and everyone I know who has kids going to Simas is extremely happy with the school as a whole! I hope my kids go there someday.
Posted: May 9, 2014
Wow! Simas is an amazing school, run by an amazing principal, Kristina Baldwin. As a parent I see the leadership pride that Simas has. They are positive, caring, encouraging, organized and professional, everyone from the office staff, cafeteria staff , teachers and yard duties. As a military parent, we have been at a lot of schools but Simas is by far a shining star when it comes to welcoming, informing and encouraging involvement and partnership between the families and school.
Posted: December 5, 2013
Simas Stars! A great school with great teachers. It is without a doubt that the school has involved parents, and a great learning atmosphere for kids. This is a school that stands on it own.
Posted: December 1, 2013
Principal Baldwin, teachers, and staff are amazing especially with dedication to celebrating the students with a monthly Star Pride event for not getting citation.
Posted: September 6, 2013
I am very impressed with simas. My son is a 2nd grader now with lots of health issues. The teachers and staff have made me feel comfortable by being aware of his 504 accomadations. I love the environment, atmosphere, and all the parents who help with all school activities. It truly feels like one big family. I highly recommend Simas!
Posted: August 15, 2010
I have been a student at Simas since third grade, I am going to be in sixth grade this fall. Ever since then I have never wanted to leave Simas. I just love it.
Posted: June 17, 2010
We are extemely happy with Simas. The teachers (except for one that I am aware of) and staff are friendly & supportive of the students. We have a child who started at Simas in kindergarten in the Spanish Immersion Program.. He is going to be a 6th grader in the fall. When I received his SAT9 scores I thought there was a mistake..they were that good. I would definitely recommend this school and the Spanish Immersion Program.
Posted: April 30, 2009
Posted: March 24, 2008
Posted: March 8, 2008
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Silver Oaks | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Hanford | CA | 0.5 mi | |
| 2 | Cambridge Homes | Area of Town | Hanford | CA | 0.9 mi | |
| 3 | Stonecrest | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Hanford | CA | 1.1 mi | |
| 4 | Centennial Place Apartments | Apartment Complex | Hanford | CA | 1.2 mi | |
| 5 | Edgewater Isle Apartments | Apartment Complex | Hanford | CA | 1.4 mi | |
| 6 | Pine Castle | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Hanford | CA | 2.3 mi | |
| 7 | The Greens | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Hanford | CA | 2.4 mi | |
| 8 | Atherton | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Lemoore | CA | 6.5 mi | |
| 9 | Avalon Area | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Lemoore | CA | 7.3 mi | |
| 10 | Lemoore Country Club Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Lemoore | CA | 8 mi | |
| 11 | College Park Apartment Homes | Apartment Complex | Lemoore | CA | 8.2 mi | |
| 12 | Freedom Park | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Lemoore | CA | 12.9 mi | |
| 13 | un named | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fresno | CA | 35 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11th & Fargo | Hanford | CA | 1 mi | |
| 2 | Centennial Dr | Hanford | CA | 1.1 mi | |
| 3 | Island District | Lemoore | CA | 10.2 mi | |
| 4 | Visalia | Visalia | CA | 20.9 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Lemoore NAS | 15.6 mi. |
| Fresno National Guard | 29 mi. |
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