Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Henderson 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henderson Elementary serves the southern part of Barstow, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 159.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henderson Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Motto
Personal Best ♦ Act Responsibly ♦ Work and Play Safely ♦ Show Respect
School Rankings
Henderson 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 Henderson Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8447 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
20%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)84.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson Elementary School's ranking?
Henderson Elementary School is ranked #8447 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Henderson Elementary School often compared to?
Henderson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barstow Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Henderson Elementary School?
398 students attend Henderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Henderson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson Elementary School?
Henderson Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Henderson Elementary School offer ?
Henderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Henderson Elementary School part of?
Henderson Elementary School is part of Barstow Unified School District.
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