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#4690 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Poplar Elementary
Elementary School · Fontana Unified
9937 Poplar Ave., Fontana, CA 92335
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,690 of 9,539
In Fontana
#20 of 55
public schools
In district
#15 of 44
Fontana Unified
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Poplar Elementary
Poplar Elementary is a public elementary school in Fontana, CA, part of Fontana Unified. Poplar Elementary serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Poplar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,690 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Poplar Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Poplar 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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Poplar Elementary — Students at Poplar Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Poplar Elementary Compares
See how Poplar 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
9937 Poplar Ave., Fontana, CA 92335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Poplar Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beech Avenue Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Redwood Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Date Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harry S. Truman Middle Fontana | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Fontana High Fontana | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| West Randall Elementary Fontana | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Citrus Elementary Fontana | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Beech Avenue Elementary Fontana | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Sequoia Middle Fontana | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Jurupa Hills High Fontana | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Cypress Elementary Fontana | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Live Oak Elementary Fontana | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon Oro Grande | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Date Elementary Fontana | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Citrus High (Continuation) Fontana | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Randall Pepper Elementary Fontana | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Oleander Elementary Fontana | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Jurupa Vista Elementary Fontana | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Michael D'Arcy Elementary Fontana | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Options for Youth-Acton Covina | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Redwood Elementary Fontana | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF FONTANA Fontana | 2.2 mi | — |
| Henry J. Kaiser High Fontana | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
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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| Bellevue Elementary Atwater, CA | 6.4 |
| Bellevue Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 6.4 |
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| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pacific Palisades, CA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Poplar Elementary
What grades does Poplar Elementary serve?
Poplar Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Poplar Elementary?
Poplar Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Poplar Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Poplar Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Poplar Elementary rank in CA?
Poplar Elementary ranks #4,690 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Poplar Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Poplar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Poplar Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Poplar Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Poplar Elementary a charter school?
No, Poplar Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Poplar Elementary a Title I school?
No, Poplar Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Poplar Elementary?
89.5% of students at Poplar 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
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (909) 357-5720
Resources & Links
District
Fontana Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,205
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,021
- District Rank
- #15 of 44
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