Serving 619 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Frontier Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Frontier Elementary School's student population of 619 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
619 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frontier Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frontier Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2394 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier Elementary School's ranking?
Frontier Elementary School is ranked #2394 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Frontier Elementary School often compared to?
Frontier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph M. Simas, Jefferson Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Frontier Elementary School?
619 students attend Frontier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Frontier Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frontier Elementary School?
Frontier Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Frontier Elementary School offer ?
Frontier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Frontier Elementary School part of?
Frontier Elementary School is part of Pioneer Union Elementary School District.
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