Needs Improvement
#8675 of 9,539 schools in CA
Juniper Elementary
Elementary School · Fontana Unified
7655 Juniper Ave., Fontana, CA 92336
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,675 of 9,539
In Fontana
#51 of 55
public schools
In district
#41 of 44
Fontana Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Juniper Elementary
Juniper Elementary is a public elementary school in Fontana, CA, part of Fontana Unified. Juniper Elementary serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Juniper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,675 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Juniper Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Juniper 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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Juniper Elementary — Students at Juniper Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.
How Juniper Elementary Compares
See how Juniper 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
7655 Juniper Ave., Fontana, CA 92336
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juniper Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dorothy Grant Innovations Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kathy Binks Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Date Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Entrepreneur High Fontana Fontana | 0.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Mango Elementary Fontana | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Kathy Binks Elementary Fontana | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| RESURRECTION ACADEMY Fontana | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Fontana A. B. Miller High Fontana | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Wayne Ruble Middle Fontana | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Fontana Middle Fontana | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Spectrum Center Fontana Fontana | 1.2 mi | — |
| Tokay Elementary Fontana | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| North Tamarind Elementary Fontana | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Almeria Middle Fontana | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Oleander Elementary Fontana | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Alder Middle Fontana | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| STONERIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fontana | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| South Tamarind Elementary Fontana | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fontana | 1.7 mi | — |
| Date Elementary Fontana | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| St. Joseph's Academy Fontana | 1.5 mi | — |
| Dorothy Grant Innovations Academy Fontana | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Locust Elementary Fontana | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,989
Median Home Value
$604,600
Median Rent
$2,064/mo
Population
103,393
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| A. J. Dorsa Elementary San Jose, CA | 3.9 |
| A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 3.9 |
| Alberhill Elementary Lake Elsinore, CA | 3.9 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael, CA | 3.9 |
| Alvin S. Hatch Elementary Half Moon Bay, CA | 3.9 |
| Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy Oakland, CA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juniper Elementary
What grades does Juniper Elementary serve?
Juniper Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Juniper Elementary?
Juniper Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juniper Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Juniper Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juniper Elementary rank in CA?
Juniper Elementary ranks #8,675 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Juniper Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Juniper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Juniper Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juniper Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Juniper Elementary a charter school?
No, Juniper Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juniper Elementary a Title I school?
No, Juniper Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juniper Elementary?
95.3% of students at Juniper 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (909) 357-5480
Resources & Links
District
Fontana Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,205
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,021
- District Rank
- #41 of 44
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