At BASIS Independent Fremont, a TK-Grade 12 private school in the East Bay, students learn at the highest international levels in a liberal arts and STEM-focused curriculum benchmarked to top education systems worldwide.
The world-acclaimed BASIS Curriculum features a variety of disciplines, including Mandarin, music, engineering, world history, advanced mathematics, and hands-on, project-based learning, all taught by passionate educators with subject-specific expertise who work to facilitate a learning culture where hard work is celebrated and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.
As a result, students gain the knowledge, critical-thinking skills, and independence needed to enter and excel in the world's top colleges and universities.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Yearly Tuition: $39,275
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 27
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
BASIS Independent Fremont ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2016
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 12, 2026
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 4, 2027
Student Body
Total Students
693 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
29 courses
List of Courses Offered
AP/Advanced Courses
AP 2-D Art and DesignAP 3-D Art and Design
AP BiologyAP Business with Personal Finance
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Chinese Language & Culture
AP Comparative Government & PoliticsAP Computer Science
AP EnglishAP Environmental Science
AP FrenchAP Latin
AP MacroeconomicsAP Microeconomics
AP Music TheoryAP Physics
AP PsychologyAP Research
AP SeminarAP Spanish
AP StatisticsAP US Government & Politics
AP US HistoryAP World History
Average SAT score
1514
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
34
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 27
Yearly Tuition Cost
$39,275
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade level.
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Michael Mertes
Admissions Associate
Mengsu Kong
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
36 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBusiness
Chess ClubComics Club
Community ServiceComputer Science
Cooking ClubDrama Club
Electronics ClubEngineering For Kids
Environmental ClubFood Explorers Club
Foreign Language ClubGames Club
Gay/Straight AllianceHarry Potter Club
Improv ClubKey Club
Math ClubMinecraft: Animated!
Model United NationsNational Honor Society
Orchestra/StringsPiano Club
RoboticsScience Club
Science Fair/OlympiadScrapbooking Club
Speech and DebateStudent Council
Thespian SocietyYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
Strings Ensembletheater
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bumblebees & Yellow Jackets
- The mission of BASIS Independent Schools is to educate students to the highest international levels with a spiraling liberal arts and sciences curriculum benchmarked to the best education systems in the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does BASIS Independent Fremont cost?
BASIS Independent Fremont's tuition is approximately $39,275 for private students.
Does BASIS Independent Fremont offer a summer program?
Yes, BASIS Independent Fremont offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does BASIS Independent Fremont offer?
BASIS Independent Fremont offers 8 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Dance, Football, Martial Arts, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is BASIS Independent Fremont's ranking?
BASIS Independent Fremont ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for BASIS Independent Fremont?
The application deadline for BASIS Independent Fremont is Jan. 27.
In what neighborhood is BASIS Independent Fremont located?
BASIS Independent Fremont is located in the Central District neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Central District.
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School Reviews
5 5/21/2016
I am excited to have a world class K-8 school opening in Fremont! I have been waiting for a program that will go all the way to 12th grade, has data to show that it is one of the best in the world, and is an accelerated program that also focuses on kids taking responsibility for their own education. My older son has been with Basis in San Jose for 2 years and it's been a remarkable experience. Can't wait for my younger one to start at Basis Fremont in the Fall.
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