Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Baldwin Lane Elementary 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Baldwin Lane Elementary serves the northeast area of Big Bear Lake, CA, encompassing approximately 0.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge located around 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baldwin Lane Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Baldwin Lane Elementary 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 Baldwin Lane Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Baldwin Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Baldwin Lane Elementary School is ranked #2882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Baldwin Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Baldwin Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Shore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Baldwin Lane Elementary School?
445 students attend Baldwin Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Baldwin Lane Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baldwin Lane Elementary School?
Baldwin Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Baldwin Lane Elementary School offer ?
Baldwin Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Baldwin Lane Elementary School part of?
Baldwin Lane Elementary School is part of Bear Valley Unified School District.
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