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#2094 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 22% in state

Forest Park Elementary

Elementary School · Fremont Unified

34400 Maybird Cir., Fremont, CA 94555

Enrollment

693

Student-Teacher

25.7:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,094 of 9,539

In Fremont

#31 of 45

public schools

In district

#31 of 43

Fremont Unified

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Forest Park Elementary

7.7/10

Elementary School in Fremont · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.2/10

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.3/10

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About Forest Park Elementary

Forest Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Fremont, CA, part of Fremont Unified. Forest Park Elementary serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,094 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Forest Park Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Forest Park Elementary runs 25.7:1 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+32.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.7 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,175
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

Forest Park Elementary — Students at Forest Park Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 85.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 85.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2019
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
84.4%
2024
Math
78.4%
ELA
75.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Forest Park Elementary Compares

See how Forest Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in CA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
26:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

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

34400 Maybird Cir., Fremont, CA 94555

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Warwick Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Patterson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Delaine Eastin Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fremont, see our Fremont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Ardenwood Elementary Fremont 0.7 mi 8.2
John F. Kennedy Elementary Newark 0.9 mi 7.3
Challenger School – Ardenwood Newark 1.1 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOL IN NEWARK Newark 1.0 mi
PEACE TERRACE ACADEMY Fremont 1.3 mi 6.0
Peace Terrace Academy Fremont 1.3 mi
Bridgepoint High Newark 1.2 mi 2.4
Crossroads High (Alternative) Newark 1.2 mi 6.2
Patterson Elementary Fremont 1.1 mi 8.3
Pioneer Elementary Union City 1.2 mi 7.4
Delaine Eastin Elementary Union City 1.3 mi 8.3
Newark Middle Newark 1.5 mi 5.6
Warwick Elementary Fremont 1.5 mi 8.5
Coyote Hills Elementary Newark 1.7 mi 6.3
Lincoln Elementary Newark 1.8 mi 7.7
Rivendell Academy of Fremont Fremont 2.0 mi
Cesar Chavez Middle Union City 2.0 mi 6.3
Cabrillo Elementary Fremont 1.7 mi 4.3
St. Edward Parish Newark 2.1 mi
ST EDWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark 2.1 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94555 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$213,488

Median Home Value

$1,295,000

Median Rent

$3,207/mo

Population

37,500

College Educated

67.6%

Homeownership

69.3%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest Park Elementary

What grades does Forest Park Elementary serve?

Forest Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Forest Park Elementary?

Forest Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Elementary is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest Park Elementary rank in CA?

Forest Park Elementary ranks #2,094 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Forest Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Forest Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Park Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Forest Park Elementary a charter school?

No, Forest Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Forest Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Forest Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Park Elementary?

14.7% of students at Forest Park 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Alameda County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

District

Fremont Unified
District Enrollment
33,063
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,175
District Rank
#31 of 43

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