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Barstow Fine Arts Academy
Elementary School · Barstow Unified
500 South Avenue G, Barstow, CA 92311
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,371 of 9,539
In Barstow
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Barstow Unified
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Barstow Fine Arts Academy
Barstow Fine Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Barstow, CA, part of Barstow Unified. Barstow Fine Arts Academy serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Barstow Fine Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,371 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Barstow Fine Arts Academy show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 2.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Barstow Fine Arts Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Barstow Fine Arts Academy runs 21.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
41% of students at Barstow Fine Arts Academy 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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Barstow Fine Arts Academy — Students at Barstow Fine Arts Academy score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Barstow Fine Arts Academy Compares
See how Barstow Fine Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 South Avenue G, Barstow, CA 92311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barstow Fine Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Helendale Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Helendale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Yermo Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Yermo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Crestline Elementary (rated 2.4/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Barstow, see our Barstow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Henderson Elementary Barstow | 0.2 mi | 2.1 |
| Mojave River Academy - Silver Mountain Oro Grance | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Barstow STEM Academy Barstow | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Barstow High Barstow | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Central High (Continuation) Barstow | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Amory Academic Academy Barstow | 1.3 mi | — |
| Crestline Elementary Barstow | 1.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Cameron Elementary Barstow | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Barstow Junior High Barstow | 2.0 mi | 1.6 |
| Skyline North Elementary Barstow | 2.6 mi | 2.0 |
| Montara Elementary Barstow | 2.9 mi | 2.2 |
| Lenwood Elementary Barstow | 3.8 mi | 2.3 |
| Silver Valley High Yermo | 8.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Calico Continuation High Yermo | 8.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Silver Valley Academy Yermo | 8.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Yermo Elementary Yermo | 12.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Independence Charter Academy Helendale | 19.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Helendale Elementary Helendale | 19.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Riverview Middle Helendale | 20.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Academy of Careers and Exploration Helendale | 20.9 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,338
Median Home Value
$217,500
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
33,982
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
33.6
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| Abraham Lincoln Paramount, CA | 5.5 |
| Almaden Elementary San Jose, CA | 5.5 |
| Arrowhead Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 5.5 |
| Arthur E. Mills Intermediate Firebaugh, CA | 5.5 |
| Bay Laurel Elementary Calabasas, CA | 5.5 |
| Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (PK-8) Duarte, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barstow Fine Arts Academy
What grades does Barstow Fine Arts Academy serve?
Barstow Fine Arts Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Barstow Fine Arts Academy?
Barstow Fine Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barstow Fine Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Barstow Fine Arts Academy is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barstow Fine Arts Academy rank in CA?
Barstow Fine Arts Academy ranks #6,371 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Barstow Fine Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Barstow Fine Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Barstow Fine Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barstow Fine Arts Academy has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Barstow Fine Arts Academy a charter school?
No, Barstow Fine Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barstow Fine Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Barstow Fine Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barstow Fine Arts Academy?
53.0% of students at Barstow Fine Arts Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (760) 255-4900
Resources & Links
District
Barstow Unified- District Enrollment
- 6,318
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,640
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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