Needs Improvement
#8843 of 9,539 schools in CA
Almond Elementary
Elementary School · Fontana Unified
8172 Almond Ave., Fontana, CA 92335
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,843 of 9,539
In Fontana
#54 of 55
public schools
In district
#44 of 44
Fontana Unified
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About Almond Elementary
Almond Elementary is a public elementary school in Fontana, CA, part of Fontana Unified. Almond Elementary serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Almond Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,843 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Almond Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Almond Elementary runs 21.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at Almond Elementary 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
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Almond Elementary — Students at Almond Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How Almond Elementary Compares
See how Almond Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8172 Almond Ave., Fontana, CA 92335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Almond Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beech Avenue Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grapeland Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Etiwanda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cecilia Lucero Solorio Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Heritage Elementary Fontana | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Amazing Stars Academy United Fontana | 0.7 mi | — |
| Redwood Elementary Fontana | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Scholarshine Montessori Fontana | 0.7 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Fontana | 0.7 mi | — |
| West Heritage Elementary Fontana | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Heritage Intermediate Fontana | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL-FONTANA Fontana | 1.2 mi | — |
| Hemlock Elementary Fontana | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon Oro Grande | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Perdew Elementary Etiwanda | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Live Oak Elementary Fontana | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Beech Avenue Elementary Fontana | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Sequoia Middle Fontana | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| St. Joseph's Academy Fontana | 1.7 mi | — |
| Etiwanda High Etiwanda | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Cecilia Lucero Solorio Elementary Fontana | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Grapeland Elementary Etiwanda | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Almeria Middle Fontana | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| West Randall Elementary Fontana | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,198
Median Home Value
$433,600
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
95,295
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
31.4
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| Carrillo Ranch Elementary Indio, CA | 3.7 |
| Chapman Elementary Chico, CA | 3.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Almond Elementary
What grades does Almond Elementary serve?
Almond Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Almond Elementary?
Almond Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Almond Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Almond Elementary is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Almond Elementary rank in CA?
Almond Elementary ranks #8,843 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Almond Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Almond Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Almond Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Almond Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Almond Elementary a charter school?
No, Almond Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Almond Elementary a Title I school?
No, Almond Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Almond Elementary?
87.0% of students at Almond Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (909) 357-5130
Resources & Links
District
Fontana Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,205
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,021
- District Rank
- #44 of 44
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