- Lila Bringhurst Elementary — Grades K–5 · 1,083 students
- Parkmont Elementary — Grades K–5 · 734 students
- Forest Park Elementary — Grades K–5 · 725 students
- J. Haley Durham Elementary — Grades K–5 · 719 students
- Warwick Elementary — Grades K–5 · 700 students
- Ardenwood Elementary — Grades K–5 · 637 students
- Brier Elementary — Grades K–5 · 585 students
- Warm Springs Elementary — Grades 3–5 · 574 students
- Patterson Elementary — Grades K–5 · 558 students
- John Blacow Elementary — Grades K–5 · 557 students
- Tom Maloney Elementary — Grades K–5 · 551 students
- Glenmoor Elementary — Grades K–5 · 536 students
- James Leitch Elementary — Grades K–2 · 523 students
- Oliveira Elementary — Grades K–5 · 496 students
- John G. Mattos Elementary — Grades K–5 · 486 students
- John Gomes Elementary — Grades K–5 · 462 students
- Niles Elementary — Grades K–5 · 461 students
- Joshua Chadbourne Elementary — Grades K–5 · 457 students
- Steven Millard Elementary — Grades K–5 · 455 students
- O. N. Hirsch Elementary — Grades K–5 · 441 students
- Mission San Jose Elementary — Grades K–5 · 436 students
- Brookvale Elementary — Grades K–5 · 428 students
- Joseph Azevada Elementary — Grades K–5 · 394 students
- Vallejo Mill Elementary — Grades K–5 · 388 students
- Mission Valley Elementary — Grades K–5 · 375 students
- + 4 more elementary schools
- Thornton Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,972 students
- John M. Horner Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,574 students
- Centerville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,495 students
- William Hopkins Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,424 students
- G. M. Walters Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,149 students
- American High — Grades 9–12 · 2,618 students
- Irvington High — Grades 9–12 · 2,157 students
- Washington High — Grades 9–12 · 1,957 students
- Mission San Jose High — Grades 9–12 · 1,794 students
- John F. Kennedy High — Grades 9–12 · 1,273 students
- Robertson High (Continuation) — Grades 9–12 · 169 students
- Young Adult Program — Grades 9–12 · 48 students
- Circle of Independent Learning — Grades K–12 · 394 students
- Vista Alternative — Grades 7–12 · 39 students
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| Metric | Fremont Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 43 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Fremont Unified School District
If you live in ZIP 94536 — Fremont, California — your assigned public schools are operated by Fremont Unified School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the California average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district operates 1 school, covering Kindergarten – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
Fremont Unified School District reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $15,700 per year, placing it near the California state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 1 schools, Fremont Unified School District operates as a small, community-focused district serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Fremont Unified School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Fremont Unified School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 94536
Children in zip code 94536 are assigned to Fremont Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 94536, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Fremont Unified School District at (510)657-2350 or visit www.fremont.k12.ca.us. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Fremont
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Fremont Unified School District serves zip code 94536, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 94536 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Fremont Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 94536.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Fremont Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 94536 data.