Serving 949 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bonsall Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 949 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonsall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bonsall Elementary School's student population of 949 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
949 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bonsall Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonsall Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2361 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonsall Elementary School's ranking?
Bonsall Elementary School is ranked #2361 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bonsall Elementary School often compared to?
Bonsall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fallbrook Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bonsall Elementary School?
949 students attend Bonsall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bonsall Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonsall Elementary School?
Bonsall Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bonsall Elementary School offer ?
Bonsall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bonsall Elementary School part of?
Bonsall Elementary School is part of Bonsall Unified School District.
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