Serving 664 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bernardo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bernardo Elementary serves the southwest part of Escondido, CA, covering an area of approximately 18.1 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bernardo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bernardo Elementary School's student population of 664 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
664 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bernardo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernardo Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1697 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-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 Bernardo Elementary School's ranking?
Bernardo Elementary School is ranked #1697 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bernardo Elementary School often compared to?
Bernardo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L. R. Green Elementary School, Miller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bernardo Elementary School?
664 students attend Bernardo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Bernardo Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernardo Elementary School?
Bernardo Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bernardo Elementary School offer ?
Bernardo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bernardo Elementary School part of?
Bernardo Elementary School is part of Escondido Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Bernardo Elementary School located?
Bernardo Elementary School is located in the Felicita neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Felicita.
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