Very Good
#3397 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Thelma Bedell Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Paula Unified
1305 Laurel Rd., Santa Paula, CA 93060
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,397 of 9,539
In Santa Paula
#5 of 13
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Santa Paula Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Thelma Bedell Elementary
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About Thelma Bedell Elementary
Thelma Bedell Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Paula, CA, part of Santa Paula Unified. Thelma Bedell Elementary serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Thelma Bedell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,397 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Thelma Bedell Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Thelma Bedell 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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Thelma Bedell Elementary — Students at Thelma Bedell Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 7.7/10.
How Thelma Bedell Elementary Compares
See how Thelma Bedell 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
1305 Laurel Rd., Santa Paula, CA 93060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thelma Bedell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Somis Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Somis), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKevett Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grace Thille Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Paula, see our Santa Paula schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mupu Elementary Santa Paula | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Barbara Webster Elementary Santa Paula | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| McKevett Elementary Santa Paula | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Santa Paula High Santa Paula | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ST SEBASTIAN SCHOOL Santa Paula | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Renaissance High Santa Paula | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Grace Thille Elementary Santa Paula | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Isbell Middle Santa Paula | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Glen City Elementary Santa Paula | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Blanchard Elementary Santa Paula | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Clara Elementary Santa Paula | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Briggs Elementary Santa Paula | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Olivelands Elementary Santa Paula | 5.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Mesa Elementary Somis | 8.0 mi | 5.8 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ventura | 8.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Academy of Technology & Leadership at Saticoy Ventura | 8.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Camarillo Heights STEM Academy Camarillo | 9.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Somis Elementary Somis | 8.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Besant Hill School of Happy Valley Ojai | 8.1 mi | — |
| BESANT HILL SCHOOL OF HAPPY VALLEY Ojai | 8.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,606
Median Home Value
$582,900
Median Rent
$1,678/mo
Population
34,640
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
35.5
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|---|---|
| Academy of Technology & Leadership at Saticoy Ventura, CA | 7.0 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 7.0 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA | 7.0 |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk, CA | 7.0 |
| Aspire College Academy Oakland, CA | 7.0 |
| Beryl Heights Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thelma Bedell Elementary
What grades does Thelma Bedell Elementary serve?
Thelma Bedell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Thelma Bedell Elementary?
Thelma Bedell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thelma Bedell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Thelma Bedell Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thelma Bedell Elementary rank in CA?
Thelma Bedell Elementary ranks #3,397 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Thelma Bedell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Thelma Bedell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Thelma Bedell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thelma Bedell Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Thelma Bedell Elementary a charter school?
No, Thelma Bedell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thelma Bedell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Thelma Bedell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thelma Bedell Elementary?
65.0% of students at Thelma Bedell 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
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Ventura County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (805) 933-8951
Resources & Links
District
Santa Paula Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,808
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,620
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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