Serving 150 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Borrego Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Borrego Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Borrego Springs Elementary School's student population of 150 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Borrego Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Borrego Springs Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Borrego Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Borrego Springs Elementary School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Borrego Springs Elementary School?
150 students attend Borrego Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Borrego Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Borrego Springs Elementary School?
Borrego Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Borrego Springs Elementary School offer ?
Borrego Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Borrego Springs Elementary School part of?
Borrego Springs Elementary School is part of Borrego Springs Unified School District.
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Date
Last Day of School
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
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