Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beardslee Elementary serves the southern part of Duarte, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8)'s student population of 470 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide the knowledge, skills and inspiration for each student to be successful in college, career and life.
School Rankings
Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8) is 0.15, 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
#5519 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8)'s ranking?
Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8) is ranked #5519 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8)?
470 students attend Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8) students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8)?
Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8) has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8) offer ?
Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8) part of?
Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (Pk-8) is part of Duarte Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school with quality instructional programs and teachers! Fully recommend this school to all parents.
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