J. Haley Durham Elementary

The Fremont Unified School District runs J. Haley Durham Elementary School, which is a public elementary school in Fremont, California. The school has about 600 to 650 students and serves kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. The student-to-teacher ratio is about 26:1, which means that classrooms are big enough to give each student the attention they need while still allowing them to work together. English language arts and math are the main subjects taught at the school, but there are also science, social studies, physical education, and enrichment activities. According to U.S. News, about 69% of students are good at math and 72% are good at reading. This shows that they are doing well in school but could still do better. Most of the students at J. Haley Durham Elementary come from minority backgrounds, which reflects the multicultural community of Fremont. The school is in a neighborhood that is good for families, which helps the school get involved in the community and create a positive school culture.

J. Haley Durham Elementary is keeping up the momentum from 2025-26 with an active PTA and a community kickoff year. New kindergarteners can attend "Kinder Camp," and there are monthly parent-teacher events to get parents and teachers more involved and boost school spirit as the Durham Eagles do well in school in the fall.

Q1. Are there programs at J. Haley Durham Elementary that kids can do before or after school?

Ans. Yes, there are district-approved or partner providers that offer care before and after school, but this depends on enrollment and space.

Q2. Are there programs to help students who need extra help with schoolwork?

Ans. Yes, the school has programs to help students learn, such as small-group instruction and access to specialists.

Q3. How does the school talk to parents and families?

Ans. The main ways to talk to each other are through emails, newsletters, and the Fremont Unified School District parent portal.

Q4. What activities outside of school are available?

Ans. Depending on their grade level and the resources available, students can join clubs, go to assemblies, take part in arts programs, and do physical education activities.

Q5. What can parents do to help out at J. Haley Durham Elementary?

Ans. Parents can help the school community by volunteering, going to school events, and joining parent-teacher organizations.