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#4503 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 47% in state

Richard Bard Elementary

Elementary School · Hueneme Elementary

622 East Pleasant Valley Rd., Port Hueneme, CA 93041

Enrollment

530

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,503 of 9,539

In Port Hueneme

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 11

Hueneme Elementary

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Richard Bard Elementary

6.5/10

Elementary School in Port Hueneme · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.7/10

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5.7/10

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About Richard Bard Elementary

Richard Bard Elementary is a public elementary school in Port Hueneme, CA, part of Hueneme Elementary. Richard Bard Elementary serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard Bard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,503 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Richard Bard Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,474
Chronic Absenteeism27.9%

Richard Bard Elementary — Students at Richard Bard Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 34.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
45%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
19.9%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
22.6%
ELA
30.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Richard Bard Elementary Compares

See how Richard Bard Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in CA
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

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

622 East Pleasant Valley Rd., Port Hueneme, CA 93041

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Richard Bard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harrington Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oxnard), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Marina West Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Oxnard), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Oxnard), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port Hueneme, see our Port Hueneme schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Hueneme Elementary Port Hueneme 0.4 mi 4.7
Parkview Elementary Port Hueneme 0.6 mi 5.7
Art Haycox Elementary Oxnard 0.5 mi 3.8
Hueneme High Oxnard 0.6 mi 5.5
E. O. Green Junior High Oxnard 0.9 mi 6.1
Sunkist Elementary Port Hueneme 1.1 mi 6.2
Julien Hathaway Elementary Oxnard 1.0 mi 6.0
Charles Blackstock Junior High Oxnard 1.3 mi 5.9
Ansgar Larsen Elementary Oxnard 1.5 mi 4.8
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Oxnard 1.7 mi 6.5
Kamala Elementary Oxnard 1.7 mi 6.4
SANTA CLARA HIGH SCHOOL Oxnard 1.8 mi 6.0
Harrington Elementary Oxnard 1.8 mi 7.1
McKinna Elementary Oxnard 2.1 mi 4.5
Fred L. Williams Elementary Oxnard 1.7 mi 4.8
Channel Islands High Oxnard 2.0 mi 5.5
Elm Street Elementary Oxnard 2.2 mi 3.8
Academy for Advancement of Children With Autism VC Oxnard 2.1 mi
Marina West Elementary Oxnard 2.3 mi 6.7
Anacapa Adult Transition Program Oxnard 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,836

Median Home Value

$555,600

Median Rent

$2,159/mo

Population

23,179

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

43.6%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

35.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richard Bard Elementary

What grades does Richard Bard Elementary serve?

Richard Bard Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Richard Bard Elementary?

Richard Bard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard Bard Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Richard Bard Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Richard Bard Elementary rank in CA?

Richard Bard Elementary ranks #4,503 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Richard Bard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Richard Bard 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 Richard Bard Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Richard Bard Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Richard Bard Elementary a charter school?

No, Richard Bard Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Richard Bard Elementary a Title I school?

No, Richard Bard Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richard Bard Elementary?

75.5% of students at Richard Bard 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
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ventura County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

District

Hueneme Elementary
District Enrollment
7,022
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,474
District Rank
#1 of 11

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