Below Average
#8358 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bayview Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
3001 16th St., San Pablo, CA 94806
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,358 of 9,539
In San Pablo
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#37 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
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Bayview Elementary
Elementary School in San Pablo · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bayview Elementary
Bayview Elementary is a public elementary school in San Pablo, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Bayview Elementary serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bayview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,358 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bayview Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bayview Elementary runs 25.5:1 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.
55% of students at Bayview 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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Bayview Elementary — Students at Bayview Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Bayview Elementary Compares
See how Bayview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3001 16th St., San Pablo, CA 94806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bayview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montalvin Manor Elementary (rated 4.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lake Elementary (rated 4.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Edward M. Downer Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Pablo, see our San Pablo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Elementary San Pablo | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Middle College High San Pablo | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Helms Middle San Pablo | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Dover Elementary San Pablo | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| St. Paul School San Pable | 1.3 mi | — |
| Highland Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Summit Public School: Tamalpais Richmond | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Making Waves Academy Richmond | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Verde Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Aspire Richmond Ca. College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| A BETTER CHANCE SCHOOL/CAL AUTISM FOUNDATION Richmond | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| A Better Chance / California Autism Foundation Richmond | 1.3 mi | — |
| Richmond High Richmond | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Montalvin Manor Elementary San Pablo | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 1.6 mi | — |
| Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy San Pablo | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,818
Median Home Value
$582,000
Median Rent
$2,013/mo
Population
61,749
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bayview Elementary
What grades does Bayview Elementary serve?
Bayview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Bayview Elementary?
Bayview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bayview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bayview Elementary is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bayview Elementary rank in CA?
Bayview Elementary ranks #8,358 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bayview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bayview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Bayview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bayview Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bayview Elementary a charter school?
No, Bayview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bayview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bayview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bayview Elementary?
88.6% of students at Bayview 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
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.5%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1401
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #37 of 52
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