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Fremont High

High School · Oakland Unified

4610 Foothill Blvd., Oakland, CA 94601

Enrollment

1,186

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,624 of 9,539

In Oakland

#73 of 147

public schools

In district

#38 of 79

Oakland Unified

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Fremont High

5.4/10

High School in Oakland · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fremont High

Fremont High is a public high school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Fremont High serves approximately 1,186 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Fremont High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,624 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Fremont High show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Fremont High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

58% of students at Fremont High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2024
TrendStable
Academics2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-43.9 pts
Overall Proficiency6% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate72%
AP Participation7.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,181
Chronic Absenteeism57.5%

Fremont High — Students at Fremont High score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 5.6% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 14.5% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
0.9%
ELA
12%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Fremont High Compares

See how Fremont High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in CA
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.6
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
57.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
7.8% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·15 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

4610 Foothill Blvd., Oakland, CA 94601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fremont High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LIFE Academy (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARISE High (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakland Charter High (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Oakland Charter Academy Richmond 0.2 mi 1.7
Horace Mann Elementary Oakland 0.4 mi 2.0
Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary Oakland 0.5 mi 2.3
Global Family Elementary Oakland 0.5 mi 5.3
Learning Without Limits Oakland 0.5 mi 5.8
Muhammad University Oakland 0.5 mi
ASCEND Oakland 0.6 mi 6.9
LIFE Academy Oakland 0.8 mi 8.9
United for Success Academy Middle Oakland 0.8 mi 6.5
Melrose Leadership Academy Oakland 0.8 mi 8.9
CRISTO REY DE LA SALLE EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Oakland 0.8 mi 4.5
Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School Oakland 0.8 mi
St. Elizabeth School Elementary (A Lumen Christi Academy) Oakland 0.8 mi
ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakland 0.8 mi 5.0
ARISE High Oakland 0.8 mi 8.1
Allendale Elementary Oakland 1.0 mi 3.2
Patten Academy of Christian Education Oakland 1.0 mi
PATTEN ACADEMY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Oakland 1.0 mi 7.7
Oakland Charter High Oakland 1.0 mi 7.1
Alternatives in Action Oakland 1.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,651

Median Home Value

$703,100

Median Rent

$1,651/mo

Population

52,289

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

34.5%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.5%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fremont High

What grades does Fremont High serve?

Fremont High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Fremont High?

Fremont High has an enrollment of approximately 1,186 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fremont High?

The student-teacher ratio at Fremont High is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fremont High rank in CA?

Fremont High ranks #6,624 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Fremont High's MySchoolScout rating?

Fremont High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fremont High has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

Is Fremont High a charter school?

No, Fremont High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fremont High a Title I school?

No, Fremont High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fremont High?

99.4% of students at Fremont High 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
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,186
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Alameda County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.5%
4-Year Graduation
72.0%

District

Oakland Unified
District Enrollment
33,916
Schools in District
82
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,181
District Rank
#38 of 79

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