Serving 102 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bend 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bend Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Cottonwood, CA, covering an area of 78.4 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located approximately 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bend Elementary School's student population of 102 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
102 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
School Motto
All Children Can Learn and We Make the Difference
School Rankings
Bend 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 Bend Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#3301 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
71%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Bend Elementary School is ranked #3301 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bend Elementary School?
102 students attend Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Bend Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bend Elementary School?
Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bend Elementary School offer ?
Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bend Elementary School part of?
Bend Elementary School is part of Evergreen Union School District.
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