Serving 244 students in grades Kindergarten-5, E. M. Grimmer Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E. M. Grimmer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
E. M. Grimmer Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
244 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Motto
To inspire ALL students to learn at high levels
School Rankings
E. M. Grimmer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E. M. Grimmer Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1566 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
58%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E. M. Grimmer Elementary School's ranking?
E. M. Grimmer Elementary School is ranked #1566 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are E. M. Grimmer Elementary School often compared to?
E. M. Grimmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harvey Green Elementary School, O. N. Hirsch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend E. M. Grimmer Elementary School?
244 students attend E. M. Grimmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of E. M. Grimmer Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E. M. Grimmer Elementary School?
E. M. Grimmer Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does E. M. Grimmer Elementary School offer ?
E. M. Grimmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is E. M. Grimmer Elementary School part of?
E. M. Grimmer Elementary School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is E. M. Grimmer Elementary School located?
E. M. Grimmer Elementary School is located in the Grimmer neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Grimmer.
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