Serving 454 students in grades 5-8, Barstow Stem Academy 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barstow Stem Academy's student population of 454 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Motto
Respect ♦ Integrity ♦ Self-Discipline ♦ Empathy
School Rankings
Barstow Stem Academy 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 Barstow Stem Academy is 0.56, 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
#5262 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barstow Stem Academy's ranking?
Barstow Stem Academy is ranked #5262 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Barstow Stem Academy often compared to?
Barstow Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Henderson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barstow Stem Academy?
454 students attend Barstow Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Barstow Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barstow Stem Academy?
Barstow Stem Academy has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barstow Stem Academy offer ?
Barstow Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Barstow Stem Academy part of?
Barstow Stem Academy is part of Barstow Unified School District.
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