Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Juniper 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Juniper Elementary serves the eastern part of Fontana, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Juniper Elementary School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
Every Student Succeeds | Engaging Schools | Empowered Communities
School Rankings
Juniper 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 Juniper Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#8568 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juniper Elementary School's ranking?
Juniper Elementary School is ranked #8568 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Juniper Elementary School often compared to?
Juniper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locust Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Juniper Elementary School?
446 students attend Juniper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Juniper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juniper Elementary School?
Juniper Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Juniper Elementary School offer ?
Juniper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Juniper Elementary School part of?
Juniper Elementary School is part of Fontana Unified School District.
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