Serving 749 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bear Mountain Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Mountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bear Mountain Elementary School's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Motto
Every Child Learning, Every Day, No Matter What It Takes!
School Rankings
Bear Mountain Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Mountain Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#8355 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Bear Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Bear Mountain Elementary School is ranked #8355 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bear Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Bear Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Standard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bear Mountain Elementary School?
749 students attend Bear Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bear Mountain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Mountain Elementary School?
Bear Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bear Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Bear Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bear Mountain Elementary School part of?
Bear Mountain Elementary School is part of Arvin Union School District.
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