Very Good
#1927 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
John Gomes Elementary
Elementary School · Fremont Unified
555 Lemos Ln., Fremont, CA 94539
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,927 of 9,539
In Fremont
#28 of 45
public schools
In district
#28 of 43
Fremont Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About John Gomes Elementary
John Gomes Elementary is a public elementary school in Fremont, CA, part of Fremont Unified. John Gomes Elementary serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John Gomes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,927 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Gomes Elementary show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John Gomes Elementary runs 26.4:1 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 Gomes Elementary — Students at John Gomes Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.0/10.
How John Gomes Elementary Compares
See how John Gomes 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
555 Lemos Ln., Fremont, CA 94539
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Gomes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E. M. Grimmer Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Joshua Chadbourne Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mission Valley Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fremont, see our Fremont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| William Hopkins Middle Fremont | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT FREMONT UPPER SCHOOL Fremont | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Joshua Chadbourne Elementary Fremont | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| MISSION VALLEY MONTESSORI Fremont | 0.8 mi | — |
| Mission Valley Elementary Fremont | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Mission San Jose High Fremont | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| California School for the Deaf-Fremont Fremont | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| J. Haley Durham Elementary Fremont | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| California School for the Blind Fremont | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Fremont | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Fremont | 1.4 mi | — |
| LEARN AND PLAY MONTESSORI IRVINGTON INC. Fremont | 1.4 mi | — |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT FREMONT Fremont | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| BASIS Independent Fremont Fremont | 1.5 mi | — |
| ILM ACADEMY Fremont | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Vallejo Mill Elementary Fremont | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| John M. Horner Middle Fremont | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| O. N. Hirsch Elementary Fremont | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| E. M. Grimmer Elementary Fremont | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| LEARNING KIDS MONTESSORI INC. Fremont | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$235,399
Median Home Value
$1,878,400
Median Rent
$3,183/mo
Population
52,609
College Educated
78.6%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
42.9
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| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
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| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Gomes Elementary
What grades does John Gomes Elementary serve?
John Gomes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John Gomes Elementary?
John Gomes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Gomes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John Gomes Elementary is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Gomes Elementary rank in CA?
John Gomes Elementary ranks #1,927 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Gomes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John Gomes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Gomes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Gomes Elementary has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Gomes Elementary a charter school?
No, John Gomes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Gomes Elementary a Title I school?
No, John Gomes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Gomes Elementary?
13.6% of students at John Gomes 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
- 501
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (510) 656-3414
Resources & Links
District
Fremont Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,063
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,175
- District Rank
- #28 of 43
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