Serving 629 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barrett Ranch 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barrett Ranch Elementary serves the southern part of Antelope, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barrett Ranch Elementary School's student population of 629 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
629 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barrett Ranch 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 Barrett Ranch Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#3238 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
29%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
35%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barrett Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Barrett Ranch Elementary School is ranked #3238 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barrett Ranch Elementary School?
629 students attend Barrett Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Barrett Ranch Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barrett Ranch Elementary School?
Barrett Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barrett Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Barrett Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barrett Ranch Elementary School part of?
Barrett Ranch Elementary School is part of Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District.
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