Serving 923 students in grades 6-8, Bear Valley Middle 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bear Valley Middle serves the southern part of Escondido, CA, covering an area of approximately 25 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 6.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bear Valley Middle School's student population of 923 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
923 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bear Valley Middle 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 Valley Middle School is 0.54, 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
#4226 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Valley Middle School's ranking?
Bear Valley Middle School is ranked #4226 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bear Valley Middle School often compared to?
Bear Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences, Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bear Valley Middle School?
923 students attend Bear Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bear Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Valley Middle School?
Bear Valley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bear Valley Middle School offer ?
Bear Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bear Valley Middle School part of?
Bear Valley Middle School is part of Escondido Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Bear Valley Middle School located?
Bear Valley Middle School is located in the Kit Carson neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Kit Carson.
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