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Captain Leland Norton Elementary
Elementary School · San Bernardino City Unified
747 North Mountain View Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92410
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,769 of 9,539
In San Bernardino
#32 of 73
public schools
In district
#31 of 71
San Bernardino City Unified
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Captain Leland Norton Elementary
Captain Leland Norton Elementary is a public elementary school in San Bernardino, CA, part of San Bernardino City Unified. Captain Leland Norton Elementary serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Captain Leland Norton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,769 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Captain Leland Norton Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Captain Leland Norton Elementary runs 20.5:1 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.
68% of students at Captain Leland Norton 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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Captain Leland Norton Elementary — Students at Captain Leland Norton Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
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: 6.8/10.
How Captain Leland Norton Elementary Compares
See how Captain Leland Norton 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
747 North Mountain View Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Captain Leland Norton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Savant Preparatory Academy of Business (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Bernardino, see our San Bernardino schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,390
Median Home Value
$273,700
Median Rent
$1,303/mo
Population
48,286
College Educated
6.1%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
30.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Captain Leland Norton Elementary
What grades does Captain Leland Norton Elementary serve?
Captain Leland Norton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Captain Leland Norton Elementary?
Captain Leland Norton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Captain Leland Norton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Captain Leland Norton Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Captain Leland Norton Elementary rank in CA?
Captain Leland Norton Elementary ranks #4,769 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Captain Leland Norton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Captain Leland Norton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Captain Leland Norton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Captain Leland Norton Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Captain Leland Norton Elementary a charter school?
No, Captain Leland Norton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Captain Leland Norton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Captain Leland Norton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Captain Leland Norton Elementary?
95.8% of students at Captain Leland Norton 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
- 451
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.6%
- Phone
- (909) 888-6369
Resources & Links
District
San Bernardino City Unified- District Enrollment
- 44,712
- Schools in District
- 76
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,064
- District Rank
- #31 of 71
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