Needs Improvement
#8793 of 9,539 schools in CA
Barton Elementary
Elementary School · San Bernardino City Unified
2214 Pumalo St., San Bernardino, CA 92404
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,793 of 9,539
In San Bernardino
#70 of 73
public schools
In district
#68 of 71
San Bernardino City Unified
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About Barton Elementary
Barton Elementary is a public elementary school in San Bernardino, CA, part of San Bernardino City Unified. Barton Elementary serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Barton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,793 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Barton Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Barton Elementary runs 21:1 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.
59% of students at Barton 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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Barton Elementary — Students at Barton Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 3.6/10.
How Barton Elementary Compares
See how Barton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2214 Pumalo St., San Bernardino, CA 92404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emmerton Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is iEmpire Academy (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belvedere Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Highland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Bernardino, see our San Bernardino schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL San Bernardino | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez PREP Academy San Bernardino | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Emmerton Elementary San Bernardino | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Del Vallejo Middle San Bernardino | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Alternative Learning Center San Bernardino | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Virtual Academy San Bernardino | 0.7 mi | — |
| Belvedere Elementary Highland | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| iEmpire Academy Ontario | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| San Gorgonio High San Bernardino | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| New Vision Middle Ontario | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Entrepreneur High Ontario | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Hunt Elementary San Bernardino | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Serrano Middle Highland | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Del Rosa Elementary San Bernardino | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Fairfax Elementary San Bernardino | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Lankershim Elementary Highland | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| St. Adelaide School Highland | 1.5 mi | — |
| Warm Springs Elementary San Bernardino | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| San Andreas High Highland | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Curtis Middle San Bernardino | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,173
Median Home Value
$383,700
Median Rent
$1,386/mo
Population
63,067
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
49.2%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
31.9
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| April Lane Elementary Yuba City, CA | 3.8 |
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| Bradley Elementary Watsonville, CA | 3.8 |
| Burney Elementary Burney, CA | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barton Elementary
What grades does Barton Elementary serve?
Barton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Barton Elementary?
Barton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Barton Elementary is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barton Elementary rank in CA?
Barton Elementary ranks #8,793 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Barton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Barton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Barton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barton Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Barton Elementary a charter school?
No, Barton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Barton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barton Elementary?
94.5% of students at Barton 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.0%
- Phone
- (909) 388-6534
Resources & Links
District
San Bernardino City Unified- District Enrollment
- 44,712
- Schools in District
- 76
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,064
- District Rank
- #68 of 71
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