Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bonita 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonita Elementary serves the northwest part of Santa Maria, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 18.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonita Elementary School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bonita 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 Bonita Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#8820 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonita Elementary School's ranking?
Bonita Elementary School is ranked #8820 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bonita Elementary School?
535 students attend Bonita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Bonita Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonita Elementary School?
Bonita Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bonita Elementary School offer ?
Bonita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bonita Elementary School part of?
Bonita Elementary School is part of Santa Maria-Bonita School District.
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