Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Howard Inghram 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Howard Inghram Elementary serves the southern part of San Bernardino, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard Inghram Elementary School's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
3 acres
School Rankings
Howard Inghram 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 Howard Inghram Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#9144 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Golden
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Inghram Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Inghram Elementary School is ranked #9144 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Howard Inghram Elementary School?
264 students attend Howard Inghram Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Howard Inghram Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard Inghram Elementary School?
Howard Inghram Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Howard Inghram Elementary School offer ?
Howard Inghram Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Howard Inghram Elementary School part of?
Howard Inghram Elementary School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard Inghram Elementary School located?
Howard Inghram Elementary School is located in the Shirrells neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Shirrells.
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