Serving 598 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bob Holcomb Elementary School 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bob Holcomb Elementary serves the southern part of San Bernardino, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bob Holcomb Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
598 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bob Holcomb Elementary School 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 Bob Holcomb Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#8169 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mountain Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bob Holcomb Elementary School's ranking?
Bob Holcomb Elementary School is ranked #8169 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bob Holcomb Elementary School?
598 students attend Bob Holcomb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bob Holcomb Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bob Holcomb Elementary School?
Bob Holcomb Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bob Holcomb Elementary School offer ?
Bob Holcomb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bob Holcomb Elementary School part of?
Bob Holcomb Elementary School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bob Holcomb Elementary School located?
Bob Holcomb Elementary School is located in the University neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA.
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