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#6727 of 9,539 schools in CA
Tierra Bonita Elementary
Elementary School · Eastside Union Elementary
44820 North 27th St. East, Lancaster, CA 93535
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,727 of 9,539
In Lancaster
#9 of 47
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Eastside Union Elementary
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Tierra Bonita Elementary
Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tierra Bonita Elementary
Tierra Bonita Elementary is a public elementary school in Lancaster, CA, part of Eastside Union Elementary. Tierra Bonita Elementary serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tierra Bonita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,727 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Tierra Bonita Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Tierra Bonita Elementary runs 25.7:1 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.
46% of students at Tierra Bonita 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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Tierra Bonita Elementary — Students at Tierra Bonita Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90%
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: 6.9/10.
How Tierra Bonita Elementary Compares
See how Tierra Bonita Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
44820 North 27th St. East, Lancaster, CA 93535
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tierra Bonita Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Promise Academy (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lancster), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Enterprise Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Linda Verde Elementary (rated 4.8/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eastside Academy/Transitional Learning Center Lancaster | 0.3 mi | — |
| Gifford C. Cole Middle Lancaster | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Columbia Elementary Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Discovery Lancaster | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Eastside High Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Lancaster Baptist School Lancaster | 1.2 mi | — |
| Enterprise Elementary Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| W T Reynolds Academy Lancaster | 1.5 mi | — |
| LANCASTER BAPTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Promise Academy Lancster | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| EMPOWERED CHURCH INTERNATIONAL/ LEARNING ACADEMY Lancaster | 2.1 mi | — |
| Linda Verde Elementary Lancaster | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Fulton and Alsbury Academy of Arts and Engineering Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Jack Northrop Elementary Lancaster | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Desert Winds Continuation High Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| New Vista Middle Lancaster | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Piute Middle Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| El Dorado Elementary Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| ELM/KWA PRIVATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,989
Median Home Value
$336,200
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
80,478
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.9
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| Alcott Elementary Pomona, CA | 5.3 |
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| Arroyo Vista Charter Chula Vista, CA | 5.3 |
| Balboa Elementary Glendale, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tierra Bonita Elementary
What grades does Tierra Bonita Elementary serve?
Tierra Bonita Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Tierra Bonita Elementary?
Tierra Bonita Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tierra Bonita Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tierra Bonita Elementary is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tierra Bonita Elementary rank in CA?
Tierra Bonita Elementary ranks #6,727 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Tierra Bonita Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tierra Bonita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Tierra Bonita Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tierra Bonita Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tierra Bonita Elementary a charter school?
No, Tierra Bonita Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tierra Bonita Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tierra Bonita Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tierra Bonita Elementary?
90.0% of students at Tierra Bonita 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
- 668
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.7%
- Phone
- (661) 946-3038
Resources & Links
District
Eastside Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,114
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,598
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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