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Maple Elementary
Elementary School · Fontana Unified
751 South Maple Ave., Fontana, CA 92335
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,099 of 9,539
In Fontana
#39 of 55
public schools
In district
#30 of 44
Fontana Unified
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Maple Elementary
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About Maple Elementary
Maple Elementary is a public elementary school in Fontana, CA, part of Fontana Unified. Maple Elementary serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Maple Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,099 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Maple Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Maple Elementary runs 21.6:1 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.
34% of students at Maple 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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Maple Elementary — Students at Maple Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 4.2/10.
How Maple Elementary Compares
See how Maple 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
751 South Maple Ave., Fontana, CA 92335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maple Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruth Grimes Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Samuel W. Simpson Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Rialto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sam V. Curtis Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Rialto), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALVARY CHAPEL RIALTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rialto | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Gerald A. Smith Elementary Bloomington | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Calvary Chapel Rialto Christian School Rialto | 0.5 mi | — |
| Mary B. Lewis Elementary Bloomington | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Dolores Huerta International Academy Fontana | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Altus Academy Rialto | 1.0 mi | — |
| Ted Porter Elementary Fontana | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Rialto Middle Rialto | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Charlotte N. Werner Elementary Rialto | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| South Tamarind Elementary Fontana | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Palmetto Elementary Fontana | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| STONERIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fontana | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fontana | 1.3 mi | — |
| Eric Birch High (Continuation) Fontana | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Ruth Grimes Elementary Bloomington | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Samuel W. Simpson Elementary Rialto | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Slover Mountain High (Continuation) Bloomington | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Virginia Primrose Elementary Fontana | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Sam V. Curtis Elementary Rialto | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| North Tamarind Elementary Fontana | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,198
Median Home Value
$433,600
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
95,295
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
31.4
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| Addams Elementary Fresno, CA | 5.1 |
| Alcott Elementary Riverside, CA | 5.1 |
| Allan Orrenmaa Elementary Riverside, CA | 5.1 |
| Alta Sierra Elementary Grass Valley, CA | 5.1 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Porterville, CA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maple Elementary
What grades does Maple Elementary serve?
Maple Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Maple Elementary?
Maple Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maple Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Maple Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maple Elementary rank in CA?
Maple Elementary ranks #7,099 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Maple Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Maple Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Maple Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maple Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Maple Elementary a charter school?
No, Maple Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maple Elementary a Title I school?
No, Maple Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maple Elementary?
87.4% of students at Maple 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
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (909) 357-5670
Resources & Links
District
Fontana Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,205
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,021
- District Rank
- #30 of 44
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