Serving 517 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Shore Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Shore Elementary serves the northwest part of Big Bear Lake, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Shore Elementary School's student population of 517 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
517 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
21 students
School Rankings
North Shore Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Shore Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#3977 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Shore Elementary School's ranking?
North Shore Elementary School is ranked #3977 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are North Shore Elementary School often compared to?
North Shore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baldwin Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend North Shore Elementary School?
517 students attend North Shore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Shore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Shore Elementary School?
North Shore Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Shore Elementary School offer ?
North Shore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Shore Elementary School part of?
North Shore Elementary School is part of Bear Valley Unified School District.
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