Serving 570 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bahia Vista 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bahia Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bahia Vista Elementary School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bahia Vista Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bahia Vista Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8004 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
97%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bahia Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Bahia Vista Elementary School is ranked #8004 out of 9,602 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bahia Vista Elementary School?
570 students attend Bahia Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bahia Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bahia Vista Elementary School?
Bahia Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Bahia Vista Elementary School offer ?
Bahia Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bahia Vista Elementary School part of?
Bahia Vista Elementary School is part of San Rafael City Elementary School District.
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