Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barnard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnard 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
Diversity
School Overview
Barnard Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing bilingual and biliterate students
School Rankings
Barnard 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 Barnard Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1129 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
30%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnard Elementary School's ranking?
Barnard Elementary School is ranked #1129 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barnard Elementary School?
473 students attend Barnard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Barnard Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnard Elementary School?
Barnard Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barnard Elementary School offer ?
Barnard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barnard Elementary School part of?
Barnard Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Barnard Elementary School located?
Barnard Elementary School is located in the Pacific Beach neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Pacific Beach.
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