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#3902 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Canyon Crest Elementary
Elementary School · Fontana Unified
11851 Cherry Ave., Fontana, CA 92337
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,902 of 9,539
In Fontana
#17 of 55
public schools
In district
#12 of 44
Fontana Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Canyon Crest Elementary
Canyon Crest Elementary is a public elementary school in Fontana, CA, part of Fontana Unified. Canyon Crest Elementary serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Canyon Crest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,902 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Canyon Crest Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Canyon Crest 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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Canyon Crest Elementary — Students at Canyon Crest Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Canyon Crest Elementary Compares
See how Canyon Crest 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
11851 Cherry Ave., Fontana, CA 92337
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canyon Crest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Park Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Poplar Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Glen Avon Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Jurupa Valley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southridge Tech Middle Fontana | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Oak Park Elementary Fontana | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Shadow Hills Elementary Fontana | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| T.R.U.T.H. Chriatian Academy Fontana | 0.7 mi | — |
| Henry J. Kaiser High Fontana | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Chaparral Academy of Technology Fontana | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Granite Hill Elementary Jurupa Valley | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Michael D'Arcy Elementary Fontana | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Mission Bell Elementary Jurupa Valley | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Jurupa Vista Elementary Fontana | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| We Kare Daycare Riverside | 2.1 mi | — |
| COTTONWOOD MONTESSORI Jurupa Valley | 2.1 mi | — |
| Jurupa Middle Jurupa Valley | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Glen Avon Elementary Jurupa Valley | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Van Buren Elementary Jurupa Valley | 2.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Jurupa Hills High Fontana | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Live Oak Elementary Fontana | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Poplar Elementary Fontana | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Mira Loma Middle Jurupa Valley | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Sequoia Middle Fontana | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92337 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,936
Median Home Value
$519,400
Median Rent
$2,120/mo
Population
36,944
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canyon Crest Elementary
What grades does Canyon Crest Elementary serve?
Canyon Crest Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Canyon Crest Elementary?
Canyon Crest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyon Crest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Canyon Crest Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canyon Crest Elementary rank in CA?
Canyon Crest Elementary ranks #3,902 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Canyon Crest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Canyon Crest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Canyon Crest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canyon Crest Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Canyon Crest Elementary a charter school?
No, Canyon Crest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canyon Crest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Canyon Crest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canyon Crest Elementary?
74.9% of students at Canyon Crest 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (909) 357-5440
Resources & Links
District
Fontana Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,205
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,021
- District Rank
- #12 of 44
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