Serving 465 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Barnett Elementary School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barnett Elementary School's student population of 465 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barnett Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnett Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#4638 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnett Elementary School's ranking?
Barnett Elementary School is ranked #4638 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Barnett Elementary School often compared to?
Barnett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Dukes Elementary School, Mountain Valley Academy, Ramona Community Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barnett Elementary School?
465 students attend Barnett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Barnett Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnett Elementary School?
Barnett Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barnett Elementary School offer ?
Barnett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Barnett Elementary School part of?
Barnett Elementary School is part of Ramona City Unified School District.
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