Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bear Gulch 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bear Gulch Elementary School's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bear Gulch 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 Gulch Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#6567 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzlies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Gulch Elementary School's ranking?
Bear Gulch Elementary School is ranked #6567 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bear Gulch Elementary School often compared to?
Bear Gulch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bear Gulch Elementary School?
443 students attend Bear Gulch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bear Gulch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Gulch Elementary School?
Bear Gulch Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bear Gulch Elementary School offer ?
Bear Gulch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bear Gulch Elementary School part of?
Bear Gulch Elementary School is part of Central Elementary School District.
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