Serving 707 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fremont 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fremont Elementary serves the southwest part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fremont Elementary School's student population of 707 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
707 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Fremont 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 Fremont Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#8745 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fremont Elementary School's ranking?
Fremont Elementary School is ranked #8745 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fremont Elementary School?
707 students attend Fremont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Fremont Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fremont Elementary School?
Fremont Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fremont Elementary School offer ?
Fremont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Fremont Elementary School part of?
Fremont Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Fremont Elementary School located?
Fremont Elementary School is located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakeview.
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