Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fremont Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fremont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fremont Elementary School's student population of 287 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Fremont Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fremont Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#430 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
71%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fremont Elementary School's ranking?
Fremont Elementary School is ranked #430 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Fremont Elementary School often compared to?
Fremont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Compass Montessori - Golden Charter School, West Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Fremont Elementary School?
287 students attend Fremont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Fremont Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fremont Elementary School?
Fremont Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fremont Elementary School offer ?
Fremont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fremont Elementary School part of?
Fremont Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Fremont Elementary School located?
Fremont Elementary School is located in the Northwest Arvada neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Northwest Arvada.
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