Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bijou Community 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bijou Community's student population of 422 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
4 acres
School Motto
A Bijou Bobcat Always ROARS!
School Rankings
Bijou Community 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 Bijou Community is 0.49, 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
#6250 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bijou Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bijou Community's ranking?
Bijou Community is ranked #6250 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bijou Community often compared to?
Bijou Communityis often viewed alongside schools like Tahoe Valley Elementary School, Sierra Elementary School, Meyers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bijou Community?
422 students attend Bijou Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bijou Community students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bijou Community?
Bijou Community has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bijou Community offer ?
Bijou Community offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bijou Community part of?
Bijou Community is part of Lake Tahoe Unified School District.
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