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Fremont Junior High School

Middle School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

1001 N POWER RD, Mesa, AZ 85205

Enrollment

925

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,010 of 2,006

In Mesa

#64 of 129

public schools

In district

#34 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Fremont Junior High School

6.3/10

Middle School in Mesa · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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3.8/10

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About Fremont Junior High School

Fremont Junior High School is a public middle school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Fremont Junior High School serves approximately 925 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fremont Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,010 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Fremont Junior High School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Fremont Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment6.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism44.1%

Fremont Junior High School — Students at Fremont Junior High School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
40%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.

How Fremont Junior High School Compares

See how Fremont Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1001 N POWER RD, Mesa, AZ 85205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fremont Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Las Sendas Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bush Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mesa Academy for Advanced Studies Mesa 0.3 mi 7.6
Salk Elementary School Mesa 0.3 mi 3.8
Red Mountain High School Mesa 0.6 mi 7.8
EVIT - Red Mountain High School Mesa 0.6 mi
DESERT SHADOWS MONTESSORI Mesa 0.7 mi 4.0
Falcon Hill Elementary School Mesa 1.1 mi 5.5
East Valley High School Mesa 1.3 mi 5.6
Jefferson Elementary School Mesa 1.4 mi 8.1
Mendoza Elementary School Mesa 1.4 mi 8.0
Shepherd Junior High School Mesa 1.4 mi 4.6
MESA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesa 1.9 mi 6.8
Pathfinder Academy Mesa 2.5 mi 7.7
Las Sendas Elementary School Mesa 2.7 mi 9.0
O'Connor Elementary School Mesa 2.5 mi 4.8
Bush Elementary Mesa 2.5 mi 8.4
Madison Elementary School Mesa 2.8 mi 6.0
Wilson Elementary School Mesa 3.3 mi 5.6
Red Mountain Ranch Elementary Mesa 3.5 mi 7.5
A PLACE 4 EVERYONE LEARNING CENTER Mesa 3.6 mi 6.7
Self Development Charter School Mesa 3.1 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,294

Median Home Value

$301,200

Median Rent

$1,363/mo

Population

44,704

College Educated

29.5%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

49.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fremont Junior High School

What grades does Fremont Junior High School serve?

Fremont Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Fremont Junior High School?

Fremont Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 925 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fremont Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fremont Junior High School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fremont Junior High School rank in AZ?

Fremont Junior High School ranks #1,010 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Fremont Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fremont Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Fremont Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fremont Junior High School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fremont Junior High School a charter school?

No, Fremont Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fremont Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Fremont Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
925
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.1%

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