Serving 901 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bonsall Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 901 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonsall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bonsall Elementary School's student population of 901 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
901 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bonsall Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonsall Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1940 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonsall Elementary School's ranking?
Bonsall Elementary School is ranked #1940 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bonsall Elementary School often compared to?
Bonsall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fallbrook Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bonsall Elementary School?
901 students attend Bonsall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Bonsall Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bonsall Elementary School?
Bonsall Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bonsall Elementary School offer ?
Bonsall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bonsall Elementary School part of?
Bonsall Elementary School is part of Bonsall Unified School District.
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