Bear River High School is a public high school in the Nevada Joint Union High School District in Grass Valley, California, United States. It is located across the street from Lake of the Pines. It had approximately 300 graduates in the 2006–2007 school year, for a 98.5% graduation rate. 52.1% completed CSU/UC prep.
Serving 664 students in grades 9-12, Bear River High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bear River High School's student population of 664 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
664 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering the next generation.
Average Class Size
26 students
School Rankings
Bear River High 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 Bear River High School is 0.42, 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
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bruin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear River High School's ranking?
Bear River High School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bear River High School often compared to?
Bear River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nevada Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bear River High School?
The graduation rate of Bear River High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bear River High School?
664 students attend Bear River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bear River High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear River High School?
Bear River High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bear River High School offer ?
Bear River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bear River High School part of?
Bear River High School is part of Nevada Joint Union High School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Awesome teachers and principal that all love their jobs for the right reasons. Kids are super polite and respectful. Best school that is safe and my son is thriving at this school then his last.
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