Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bernardo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bernardo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bernardo Elementary School's student population of 631 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bernardo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernardo Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1697 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Bernardo Elementary School's ranking?
Bernardo Elementary School is ranked #1697 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bernardo Elementary School often compared to?
Bernardo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller Elementary School, L. R. Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bernardo Elementary School?
631 students attend Bernardo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Bernardo Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernardo Elementary School?
Bernardo Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bernardo Elementary School offer ?
Bernardo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bernardo Elementary School part of?
Bernardo Elementary School is part of Escondido Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Bernardo Elementary School located?
Bernardo Elementary School is located in the Felicita neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Felicita.
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