Below Average
#8194 of 9,539 schools in CA
North Tamarind Elementary
Elementary School · Fontana Unified
7961 Tamarind Ave., Fontana, CA 92336
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,194 of 9,539
In Fontana
#46 of 55
public schools
In district
#36 of 44
Fontana Unified
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North Tamarind Elementary
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About North Tamarind Elementary
North Tamarind Elementary is a public elementary school in Fontana, CA, part of Fontana Unified. North Tamarind Elementary serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. North Tamarind Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,194 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for North Tamarind Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
North Tamarind Elementary runs 20.8:1 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.
42% of students at North Tamarind 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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North Tamarind Elementary — Students at North Tamarind Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
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 North Tamarind Elementary Compares
See how North Tamarind 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
7961 Tamarind Ave., Fontana, CA 92336
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Tamarind Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kathy Binks Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ted Porter Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Tamarind Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RESURRECTION ACADEMY Fontana | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Alder Middle Fontana | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| STONERIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fontana | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| South Tamarind Elementary Fontana | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Eric Birch High (Continuation) Fontana | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Fontana Middle Fontana | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Mango Elementary Fontana | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Ted Porter Elementary Fontana | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Entrepreneur High Fontana Fontana | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Locust Elementary Fontana | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fontana | 1.2 mi | — |
| Juniper Elementary Fontana | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Virginia Primrose Elementary Fontana | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Dolores Huerta International Academy Fontana | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Altus Academy Rialto | 1.1 mi | — |
| Kathy Binks Elementary Fontana | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Palmetto Elementary Fontana | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Maple Elementary Fontana | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Rialto Middle Rialto | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Wayne Ruble Middle Fontana | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
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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| Aynesworth Elementary Fresno, CA | 4.3 |
| Bear Gulch Elementary Rancho Cucamonga, CA | 4.3 |
| Bidwell Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 4.3 |
| Brooks Elementary Windsor, CA | 4.3 |
| Bryant Elementary San Francisco, CA | 4.3 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Tamarind Elementary
What grades does North Tamarind Elementary serve?
North Tamarind Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend North Tamarind Elementary?
North Tamarind Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Tamarind Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Tamarind Elementary is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Tamarind Elementary rank in CA?
North Tamarind Elementary ranks #8,194 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is North Tamarind Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Tamarind Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 North Tamarind Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Tamarind Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Tamarind Elementary a charter school?
No, North Tamarind Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Tamarind Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Tamarind Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Tamarind Elementary?
84.8% of students at North Tamarind 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
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.6%
- Phone
- (909) 357-5680
Resources & Links
District
Fontana Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,205
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,021
- District Rank
- #36 of 44
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