Average
#3910 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
John C. Fremont Elementary
Elementary School · Glendale Unified
3320 Las Palmas Ave., Glendale, CA 91208
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,910 of 9,539
In Glendale
#8 of 22
public schools
In district
#17 of 31
Glendale Unified
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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John C. Fremont Elementary
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About John C. Fremont Elementary
John C. Fremont Elementary is a public elementary school in Glendale, CA, part of Glendale Unified. John C.
Fremont Elementary serves approximately 583 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John C. Fremont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,910 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John C. Fremont Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John C. Fremont Elementary runs 25.3:1 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
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John C. Fremont Elementary — Students at John C. Fremont Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.4%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How John C. Fremont Elementary Compares
See how John C. 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
3320 Las Palmas Ave., Glendale, CA 91208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John C. Fremont Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palm Crest Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby La Canada), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Canada Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby La Canada), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mountain Avenue Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Armenian Sisters' Academy of Los Angeles Montrose | 0.6 mi | — |
| ARMENIAN SISTERS' ACADEMY Montrose | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTROSE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Montrose | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Montrose Christian Montessori School Montrose | 0.6 mi | — |
| St. Monica Academy Montrose | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST MONICA ACADEMY Montrose | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ROBBINS NEST PRESCHOOL La Crescenta | 1.1 mi | — |
| ELLIOTT INSTITUTE La Crescenta | 1.4 mi | — |
| Elliott Institute La Crescenta | 1.4 mi | — |
| FLINTRIDGE MONTESSORI PRE SCHOOL & ELEC. INC La Canada Flintridge | 1.3 mi | — |
| La Crescenta Elementary La Crescenta | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Mountain Avenue Elementary La Crescenta | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Palm Crest Elementary La Canada | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Crescenta Valley High La Crescenta | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Rosemont Middle La Crescenta | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Verdugo Woodlands Elementary Glendale | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| La Canada Elementary La Canada | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| HOGGS HOLLOW La Canada Flintridge | 1.7 mi | — |
| Learning Castle, Inc. (aka La Canada Preparatory) La Cañada | 1.7 mi | — |
| Hogg's Hollow Kindergarten La Canada | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,229
Median Home Value
$1,276,300
Median Rent
$2,361/mo
Population
15,467
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
47.5
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| Abby Reinke Elementary Temecula, CA | 6.8 |
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| Andasol Avenue Elementary Northridge, CA | 6.8 |
| Arthur Hapgood Elementary Lompoc, CA | 6.8 |
| Barranca Elementary Covina, CA | 6.8 |
| Bijou Community South Lake Tahoe, CA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John C. Fremont Elementary
What grades does John C. Fremont Elementary serve?
John C. Fremont Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John C. Fremont Elementary?
John C. Fremont Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 583 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John C. Fremont Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John C. Fremont Elementary is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John C. Fremont Elementary rank in CA?
John C. Fremont Elementary ranks #3,910 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John C. Fremont Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John C. Fremont 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 John C. Fremont Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John C. Fremont Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John C. Fremont Elementary a charter school?
No, John C. Fremont Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John C. Fremont Elementary a Title I school?
No, John C. Fremont Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John C. Fremont Elementary?
27.4% of students at John C. 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 583
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (818) 249-3241
Resources & Links
District
Glendale Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,049
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,739
- District Rank
- #17 of 31
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