Serving 606 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Silas Bartsch 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Silas Bartsch serves the southwest part of Reedley, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silas Bartsch's student population of 606 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
606 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Rankings
Silas Bartsch 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 Silas Bartsch is 0.15, 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
#3008 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange & Green
School Mascot
Bengals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silas Bartsch's ranking?
Silas Bartsch is ranked #3008 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Silas Bartsch?
606 students attend Silas Bartsch.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Silas Bartsch students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silas Bartsch?
Silas Bartsch has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silas Bartsch offer ?
Silas Bartsch offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Silas Bartsch part of?
Silas Bartsch is part of Kings Canyon Joint Unified School District.
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