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#5610 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mary B. Lewis Elementary
Elementary School · Colton Joint Unified
18040 San Bernardino Ave., Bloomington, CA 92316
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,610 of 9,539
In Bloomington
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#12 of 27
Colton Joint Unified
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Mary B. Lewis Elementary
Mary B. Lewis Elementary is a public elementary school in Bloomington, CA, part of Colton Joint Unified. Mary B.
Lewis Elementary serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary B. Lewis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,610 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mary B. Lewis Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mary B. Lewis Elementary runs 24:1 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.
52% of students at Mary B. Lewis 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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Mary B. Lewis Elementary — Students at Mary B. Lewis Elementary score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Mary B. Lewis Elementary Compares
See how Mary B. Lewis 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
18040 San Bernardino Ave., Bloomington, CA 92316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary B. Lewis Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruth Grimes Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALVARY CHAPEL RIALTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Rialto), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ted Porter Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fontana), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bloomington, see our Bloomington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gerald A. Smith Elementary Bloomington | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Maple Elementary Fontana | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Dolores Huerta International Academy Fontana | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Palmetto Elementary Fontana | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL RIALTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rialto | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Calvary Chapel Rialto Christian School Rialto | 1.2 mi | — |
| Bloomington High Bloomington | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Slover Mountain High (Continuation) Bloomington | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fontana | 1.4 mi | — |
| South Tamarind Elementary Fontana | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Ted Porter Elementary Fontana | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Altus Academy Rialto | 1.6 mi | — |
| STONERIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fontana | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Ruth Grimes Elementary Bloomington | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Options for Youth-Acton Covina | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Walter Zimmerman Elementary Bloomington | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Rialto Middle Rialto | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Ruth O. Harris Middle Bloomington | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Charlotte N. Werner Elementary Rialto | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Fontana Middle Fontana | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,117
Median Home Value
$448,200
Median Rent
$1,450/mo
Population
31,909
College Educated
10.6%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
33.3
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| Bear Valley Elementary Moreno Valley, CA | 5.9 |
| Breeze Hill Elementary Vista, CA | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary B. Lewis Elementary
What grades does Mary B. Lewis Elementary serve?
Mary B. Lewis Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mary B. Lewis Elementary?
Mary B. Lewis Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary B. Lewis Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary B. Lewis Elementary is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary B. Lewis Elementary rank in CA?
Mary B. Lewis Elementary ranks #5,610 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mary B. Lewis Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary B. Lewis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Mary B. Lewis Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary B. Lewis Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mary B. Lewis Elementary a charter school?
No, Mary B. Lewis Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary B. Lewis Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mary B. Lewis Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary B. Lewis Elementary?
94.3% of students at Mary B. Lewis 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.2%
- Phone
- (909) 580-5025
Resources & Links
District
Colton Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,912
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,938
- District Rank
- #12 of 27
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