Serving 134 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bonita Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonita Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bonita Elementary School's student population of 134 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bonita Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonita Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#2959 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
60%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonita Elementary School's ranking?
Bonita Elementary School is ranked #2959 out of 9,602 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bonita Elementary School?
134 students attend Bonita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Bonita Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bonita Elementary School?
Bonita Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Bonita Elementary School offer ?
Bonita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bonita Elementary School part of?
Bonita Elementary School is part of Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 3/2/2019
Great school
5 7/1/2007
This school has great teachers and the best principle,Ms.Ahn. One of the best teachers are Ms.Erin Ledford and Mr.Bruce Halpern. They have great teaching skills.
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