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#3715 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 39% in state

John C. Fremont Senior High

High School · Los Angeles Unified

7676 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90003

Enrollment

2,002

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,715 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#287 of 563

public schools

In district

#388 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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John C. Fremont Senior High

6.9/10

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

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About John C. Fremont Senior High

John C. Fremont Senior High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. John C.

Fremont Senior High serves approximately 2,002 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John C. Fremont Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,715 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for John C. Fremont Senior High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

John C. Fremont Senior High is a large school: 2,002 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

56% of students at John C. Fremont Senior 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 Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-13.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.5 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation13.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism55.7%

John C. Fremont Senior High — Students at John C. Fremont Senior High score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 19.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 33.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (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
19%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2011
Math
25%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
26%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
8%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
44%
2024
Math
14.4%
ELA
37.4%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How John C. Fremont Senior High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in CA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
3
2 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
105 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
13.6% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
2 boys'·1 girls'·31 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

7676 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John C. Fremont Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mervyn M. Dymally High (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John Hope Continuation (rated 5.5/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
John Hope Continuation Los Angeles 0.2 mi 5.5
Seventy-Fifth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.5
McKinley Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.6
Sixty-Sixth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.7
South Park Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.8
Yahudah's Remnant Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Mary McLeod Bethune Middle Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.3
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.4
Mervyn M. Dymally High Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.4
St. Columbkille Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi
Mother of Sorrows Los Angeles 0.9 mi
ST COLUMBKILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.9 mi 4.8
MOTHER OF SORROWS SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.2
Wisdom Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.6
St. Malachy Catholic Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi
KIPP Empower Academy Los Angeles 1.0 mi 3.7
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.1
KIPP Academy of Opportunity Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.1
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy Los Angeles 1.0 mi 8.0
Aspire Slauson Academy Charter Oakland 1.2 mi 2.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,781

Median Home Value

$547,600

Median Rent

$1,515/mo

Population

71,708

College Educated

7.1%

Homeownership

26.6%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

26.3%

Median Age

30.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John C. Fremont Senior High

What grades does John C. Fremont Senior High serve?

John C. Fremont Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend John C. Fremont Senior High?

John C. Fremont Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 2,002 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John C. Fremont Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at John C. Fremont Senior High is 19.1:1. 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 Senior High rank in CA?

John C. Fremont Senior High ranks #3,715 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is John C. Fremont Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

John C. Fremont Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John C. Fremont Senior High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is John C. Fremont Senior High a charter school?

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

Is John C. Fremont Senior High a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John C. Fremont Senior High?

96.2% of students at John C. Fremont Senior 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,002
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
105
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.7%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#388 of 769

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