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#414 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 23% of private schools

Fremont Christian School

School

4760 THORNTON AVE, Fremont, CA 94536

Private

Enrollment

457

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#414 of 1,787

In Fremont

#3 of 10

public schools

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Fremont Christian School

7.1/10

School in Fremont · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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8.5/10

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About Fremont Christian School

Fremont Christian School is a private school in Fremont, CA. Fremont Christian School serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Fremont Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #414 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.8 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Fremont Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Fremont Christian School compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Fremont, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
This School
vs
22.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
457
This School
vs
741
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
7.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 66.5% vs 0%
White 10.1% vs 0%
Black 3.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.2% vs 0%
Fremont Christian School Fremont Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Fremont Christian School (this school) 7.1
Cabrillo Elementary 4.3
Thornton Middle 8.5
Oliveira Elementary 8.4
Glenmoor Elementary 7.6
John G. Mattos Elementary 8.3
American High 8.4
Centerville Middle 8.2
Patterson Elementary 8.3
Tom Maloney Elementary 8.2
Brookvale Elementary 8.8
Washington High 7.5
Young Adult Program 6.2
Circle of Independent Learning 6.8
Joseph Azevada Elementary 8.8
Brier Elementary 5.5
Warwick Elementary 8.5
Parkmont Elementary 7.8
Forest Park Elementary 7.7
G. M. Walters Middle 8.0
John F. Kennedy High 7.0

Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Fremont

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 9.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,710
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 457
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 66.5%
Two or More 15.8%
White 10.1%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 2.2%
Pacific Islander 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4760 THORNTON AVE, Fremont, CA 94536

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fremont Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Brookvale Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thornton Middle (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oliveira Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fremont, see our Fremont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Cabrillo Elementary Fremont 0.3 mi 4.3
Thornton Middle Fremont 0.5 mi 8.5
Oliveira Elementary Fremont 0.7 mi 8.4
John G. Mattos Elementary Fremont 0.9 mi 8.3
Glenmoor Elementary Fremont 0.8 mi 7.6
American High Fremont 1.0 mi 8.4
St. Edward Parish Newark 0.9 mi
ST EDWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark 0.9 mi 6.6
Holy Spirit School Fremont 0.9 mi
HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Fremont 0.9 mi 8.0
Birch Grove Intermediate Newark 1.1 mi 7.6
Centerville Middle Fremont 1.0 mi 8.2
Patterson Elementary Fremont 1.1 mi 8.3
Brookvale Elementary Fremont 1.2 mi 8.8
Crossroads High (Alternative) Newark 1.0 mi 6.2
SMART START CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Newark 1.3 mi
Bridgepoint High Newark 1.1 mi 2.4
Tom Maloney Elementary Fremont 1.1 mi 8.2
Birch Grove Primary Newark 1.5 mi 2.1
MONTESSORI SCHOOL IN NEWARK Newark 1.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,672

Median Home Value

$1,210,200

Median Rent

$2,835/mo

Population

70,707

College Educated

57.6%

Homeownership

57.2%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fremont Christian School

What grades does Fremont Christian School serve?

Fremont Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Fremont Christian School?

Fremont Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fremont Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fremont Christian School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Fremont Christian School rank in CA?

Fremont Christian School ranks #414 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Fremont Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fremont Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Fremont Christian School a private school?

Yes, Fremont Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Fremont Christian School a religious school?

Fremont Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
457
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
9.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Alameda County

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