Below Average
#7691 of 9,539 schools in CA
Locust Elementary
Elementary School · Fontana Unified
7420 Locust Ave., Fontana, CA 92336
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,691 of 9,539
In Fontana
#44 of 55
public schools
In district
#34 of 44
Fontana Unified
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Locust Elementary
Elementary School in Fontana · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Locust Elementary
Locust Elementary is a public elementary school in Fontana, CA, part of Fontana Unified. Locust Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Locust Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,691 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Locust Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Locust 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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Locust Elementary — Students at Locust Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Locust Elementary Compares
See how Locust 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
7420 Locust Ave., Fontana, CA 92336
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Locust Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ted Porter Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Tamarind Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dolores Huerta International Academy (rated 5.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alder Middle Fontana | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Virginia Primrose Elementary Fontana | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Eric Birch High (Continuation) Fontana | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| RESURRECTION ACADEMY Fontana | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| North Tamarind Elementary Fontana | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Ted Porter Elementary Fontana | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Altus Academy Rialto | 1.2 mi | — |
| Helen L. Dollahan Elementary Rialto | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Mango Elementary Fontana | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| South Tamarind Elementary Fontana | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Rialto Middle Rialto | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| STONERIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fontana | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Entrepreneur High Fontana Fontana | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Charlotte N. Werner Elementary Rialto | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Fontana Middle Fontana | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Dolores Huerta International Academy Fontana | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Juniper Elementary Fontana | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Calvary Chapel Rialto Christian School Rialto | 2.0 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fontana | 2.0 mi | — |
| Wilmer Amina Carter High Rialto | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
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
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.7 |
| Aspire University Charter Modesto, CA | 4.7 |
| Aurora Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 4.7 |
| Belle Haven Elementary Menlo Park, CA | 4.7 |
| Blackford Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.7 |
| Box Springs Elementary Moreno Valley, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Locust Elementary
What grades does Locust Elementary serve?
Locust Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Locust Elementary?
Locust Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Locust Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Locust Elementary is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Locust Elementary rank in CA?
Locust Elementary ranks #7,691 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Locust Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Locust Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Locust Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Locust Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Locust Elementary a charter school?
No, Locust Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Locust Elementary a Title I school?
No, Locust Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Locust Elementary?
84.2% of students at Locust 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
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.1%
- Phone
- (909) 357-5650
Resources & Links
District
Fontana Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,205
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,021
- District Rank
- #34 of 44
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