Serving 268 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fremont Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fremont Elementary School's student population of 268 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fremont Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fremont Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#539 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
White
65%
49%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fremont Elementary School's ranking?
Fremont Elementary School is ranked #539 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Fremont Elementary School often compared to?
Fremont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Compass Montessori - Golden Charter School, West Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Fremont Elementary School?
268 students attend Fremont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Fremont Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fremont Elementary School?
Fremont Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fremont Elementary School offer ?
Fremont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fremont Elementary School part of?
Fremont Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Fremont Elementary School located?
Fremont Elementary School is located in the Northwest Arvada neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Northwest Arvada.
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