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#4580 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 48% in state

H. Frank Dominguez Elementary

Elementary School · San Bernardino City Unified

135 South Allen St., San Bernardino, CA 92408

Enrollment

329

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,580 of 9,539

In San Bernardino

#31 of 73

public schools

In district

#30 of 71

San Bernardino City Unified

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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H. Frank Dominguez Elementary

6.5/10

Elementary School in San Bernardino · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About H. Frank Dominguez Elementary

H. Frank Dominguez Elementary is a public elementary school in San Bernardino, CA, part of San Bernardino City Unified. H.

Frank Dominguez Elementary serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. H. Frank Dominguez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,580 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for H. Frank Dominguez Elementary show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at H. Frank Dominguez Elementary 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.

59% of students at H. Frank Dominguez 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-38.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.2 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,064
Chronic Absenteeism58.7%

H. Frank Dominguez Elementary — Students at H. Frank Dominguez Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 13.5% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 24.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
11%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
8.9%
ELA
25.4%
2024
Math
7.5%
ELA
16.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How H. Frank Dominguez Elementary Compares

See how H. Frank Dominguez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in CA
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

135 South Allen St., San Bernardino, CA 92408

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering H. Frank Dominguez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Savant Preparatory Academy of Business (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 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 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Norton Science and Language Academy San Bernardino 0.2 mi 3.8
SOAR Charter Academy San Bernardino 0.6 mi 6.5
Anderson San Bernardino 0.7 mi 4.5
Sierra School at San Bernardino City San Bernardino 0.7 mi
Savant Preparatory Academy of Business San Bernardino 0.8 mi 8.3
Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino San Diego 0.7 mi 7.8
Captain Leland Norton Elementary San Bernardino 1.0 mi 6.4
Monterey Elementary San Bernardino 0.9 mi 3.5
Hardy Brown College Prep Sacramento 0.9 mi 3.9
Community School/Independent Alternative Education San Bernardino 1.0 mi 5.7
E. Neal Roberts Elementary San Bernardino 1.2 mi 5.2
Sierra High San Bernardino 1.2 mi 5.9
Juanita Blakely Jones Elementary San Bernardino 1.2 mi 5.9
Options for Youth-San Bernardino Covina 1.4 mi 4.0
Lincoln Elementary San Bernardino 1.6 mi 3.9
Bradley Elementary San Bernardino 1.7 mi 8.4
Lytle Creek Elementary San Bernardino 1.5 mi 5.1
Richardson PREP HI Middle San Bernardino 1.6 mi 9.4
Public Safety Academy San Bernardino 1.5 mi 4.2
Urbita Elementary San Bernardino 1.7 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92408 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,696

Median Home Value

$407,300

Median Rent

$1,314/mo

Population

13,880

College Educated

18.7%

Homeownership

38.7%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

21.2%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about H. Frank Dominguez Elementary

What grades does H. Frank Dominguez Elementary serve?

H. Frank Dominguez Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend H. Frank Dominguez Elementary?

H. Frank Dominguez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at H. Frank Dominguez Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at H. Frank Dominguez Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does H. Frank Dominguez Elementary rank in CA?

H. Frank Dominguez Elementary ranks #4,580 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is H. Frank Dominguez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

H. Frank Dominguez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 H. Frank Dominguez Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, H. Frank Dominguez Elementary has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is H. Frank Dominguez Elementary a charter school?

No, H. Frank Dominguez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is H. Frank Dominguez Elementary a Title I school?

No, H. Frank Dominguez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H. Frank Dominguez Elementary?

96.0% of students at H. Frank Dominguez 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
San Bernardino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.7%

District

San Bernardino City Unified
District Enrollment
44,712
Schools in District
76
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,064
District Rank
#30 of 71

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