Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph Azevada Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Azevada Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Joseph Azevada Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph Azevada Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Azevada 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
#404 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
67%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Azevada Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Azevada Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joseph Azevada Elementary School?
379 students attend Joseph Azevada Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Joseph Azevada Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Azevada Elementary School?
Joseph Azevada Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joseph Azevada Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Azevada Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Joseph Azevada Elementary School part of?
Joseph Azevada Elementary School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph Azevada Elementary School located?
Joseph Azevada Elementary School is located in the 28 Palms neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in 28 Palms.
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