Below Average
#7980 of 9,539 schools in CA
Barrett Elementary
Elementary School · Morgan Hill Unified
895 Barrett Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,980 of 9,539
In Morgan Hill
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
Morgan Hill Unified
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About Barrett Elementary
Barrett Elementary is a public elementary school in Morgan Hill, CA, part of Morgan Hill Unified. Barrett Elementary serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Barrett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,980 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Barrett Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Barrett Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Barrett Elementary — Students at Barrett Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Barrett Elementary Compares
See how Barrett Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
895 Barrett Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barrett Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jackson Academy of Music and Math (JAMM) (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRATFORD SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paradise Valley Engineering Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Morgan Hill, see our Morgan Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$158,256
Median Home Value
$1,152,400
Median Rent
$2,242/mo
Population
51,517
College Educated
43.8%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barrett Elementary
What grades does Barrett Elementary serve?
Barrett Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Barrett Elementary?
Barrett Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barrett Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Barrett Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barrett Elementary rank in CA?
Barrett Elementary ranks #7,980 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Barrett Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Barrett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Barrett Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barrett Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Barrett Elementary a charter school?
No, Barrett Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barrett Elementary a Title I school?
No, Barrett Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barrett Elementary?
61.8% of students at Barrett Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (408) 201-6340
Resources & Links
District
Morgan Hill Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,963
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,077
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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