Serving 733 students in grades Kindergarten-6, George Brown Jr. 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Brown Jr. Elementary serves the southeast part of San Bernardino, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Brown Jr. Elementary School's student population of 733 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
733 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
George Brown Jr. 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 George Brown Jr. Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#7596 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Brown Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
George Brown Jr. Elementary School is ranked #7596 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are George Brown Jr. Elementary School often compared to?
George Brown Jr. Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradley Elementary School, Roger Anton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend George Brown Jr. Elementary School?
733 students attend George Brown Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of George Brown Jr. Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Brown Jr. Elementary School?
George Brown Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does George Brown Jr. Elementary School offer ?
George Brown Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is George Brown Jr. Elementary School part of?
George Brown Jr. Elementary School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is George Brown Jr. Elementary School located?
George Brown Jr. Elementary School is located in the Arrowview neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Arrowview.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School (Thanksgiving Break)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School (Thanksgiving Break)
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School (Thanksgiving Break)
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School (Thanksgiving Break)
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
No School (Thanksgiving Break)
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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