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Fremont Elementary
Elementary School · Montebello Unified
200 West Madison Ave., Montebello, CA 90640
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,879 of 9,539
In Montebello
#9 of 12
public schools
In district
#21 of 28
Montebello Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Fremont Elementary
Fremont Elementary is a public elementary school in Montebello, CA, part of Montebello Unified. Fremont Elementary serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fremont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,879 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fremont Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Fremont 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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Fremont Elementary — Students at Fremont Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.4/10.
How Fremont Elementary Compares
See how Fremont 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
200 West Madison Ave., Montebello, CA 90640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fremont Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montebello Gardens Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Pico Rivera), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilcox Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, La Merced Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Montebello, see our Montebello schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTEBELLO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montebello | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| St. Benedict Elementary Montebello | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Montebello | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| La Merced Academy Montebello | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Armenian Mesrobian School Pico Rivera | 0.6 mi | — |
| ARMENIAN MESROBIAN SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| La Merced Intermediate Montebello | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Montebello Gardens Elementary Pico Rivera | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Washington Elementary Montebello | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Montebello Intermediate Montebello | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Applied Technology Center Montebello | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| North Ranchito Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Montebello High Montebello | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Greenwood Elementary Montebello | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CUMORAH KIDS Pico Rivera | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST HILARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Wilcox Elementary Montebello | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Hilary Pico Rivera | 1.6 mi | — |
| Schurr High Montebello | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,833
Median Home Value
$660,600
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
61,615
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
46.3%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fremont Elementary
What grades does Fremont Elementary serve?
Fremont Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fremont Elementary?
Fremont Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fremont Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fremont Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fremont Elementary rank in CA?
Fremont Elementary ranks #5,879 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fremont Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fremont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Fremont Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fremont Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fremont Elementary a charter school?
No, Fremont Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fremont Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fremont Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fremont Elementary?
80.9% of students at Fremont 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (323) 721-2435
Resources & Links
District
Montebello Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,967
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,912
- District Rank
- #21 of 28
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