Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John Blacow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Blacow Elementary serves a central area in Fremont, CA, encompassing approximately 0.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Blacow Elementary School's student population of 557 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
John Blacow Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Blacow Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#4246 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Blacow Elementary School's ranking?
John Blacow Elementary School is ranked #4246 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are John Blacow Elementary School often compared to?
John Blacow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steven Millard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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 John Blacow Elementary School?
557 students attend John Blacow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of John Blacow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Blacow Elementary School?
John Blacow Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Blacow Elementary School offer ?
John Blacow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is John Blacow Elementary School part of?
John Blacow Elementary School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Blacow Elementary School located?
John Blacow Elementary School is located in the South Sundale neighborhood of Fremont, CA.
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