Serving 275 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cabrillo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cabrillo Elementary serves the northwest part of Fremont, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.5 square miles. Parents can generally expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cabrillo Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate, Challenge, Inspire
School Rankings
Cabrillo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cabrillo Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5974 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cabrillo Elementary School's ranking?
Cabrillo Elementary School is ranked #5974 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cabrillo Elementary School often compared to?
Cabrillo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cabrillo Elementary School?
275 students attend Cabrillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cabrillo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cabrillo Elementary School?
Cabrillo Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cabrillo Elementary School offer ?
Cabrillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cabrillo Elementary School part of?
Cabrillo Elementary School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cabrillo Elementary School located?
Cabrillo Elementary School is located in the Centerville neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in Centerville.
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