Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Captain Leland Norton 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Captain Leland Norton Elementary serves the southeast area of San Bernardino, CA, encompassing approximately 0.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Captain Leland Norton Elementary School's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Captain Leland Norton 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 Captain Leland Norton Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#8232 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Captain Leland Norton Elementary School's ranking?
Captain Leland Norton Elementary School is ranked #8232 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Captain Leland Norton Elementary School?
460 students attend Captain Leland Norton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Captain Leland Norton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Captain Leland Norton Elementary School?
Captain Leland Norton Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Captain Leland Norton Elementary School offer ?
Captain Leland Norton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Captain Leland Norton Elementary School part of?
Captain Leland Norton Elementary School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Captain Leland Norton Elementary School located?
Captain Leland Norton Elementary School is located in the Seccombe Lane neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA.
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