Needs Improvement
#8998 of 9,539 schools in CA
Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students
School · Corona-Norco Unified
1250 West Parkridge Ave., Norco, CA 92860
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,998 of 9,539
In Norco
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#52 of 52
Corona-Norco Unified
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students
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About Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students
Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students is a public school in Norco, CA, part of Corona-Norco Unified. Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,998 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
73% of students at Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students 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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Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students — Students at Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.
How Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students Compares
See how Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1250 West Parkridge Ave., Norco, CA 92860
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pivot Charter School Riverside (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Corona), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academy of Innovation (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norco, see our Norco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| George Washington Elementary Norco | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Auburndale Intermediate Corona | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Boost Alternative School for Student-Athletes Corona | 1.0 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy High Norco | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Academy of Innovation Norco | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Pivot Charter School Riverside Corona | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Parkridge Elementary Corona | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| StoneBridge Christian Academy Norco | 1.4 mi | — |
| Norco Elementary Norco | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Orange Grove High Corona | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Norco High Norco | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norco | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary Corona | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Corona High Corona | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Corona Ranch Elementary Corona | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Highland Elementary Norco | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Norco Intermediate Norco | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Corona Fundamental Intermediate Corona | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Ronald Reagan Elementary Eastvale | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Norco | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92860 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,371
Median Home Value
$732,600
Median Rent
$1,893/mo
Population
25,268
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
81.9%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students
What grades does Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students serve?
Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students?
Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students?
The student-teacher ratio at Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students rank in CA?
Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students ranks #8,998 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students's MySchoolScout rating?
Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students a charter school?
No, Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students a Title I school?
No, Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students?
56.7% of students at Victress Bower School for Exceptional Students 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.3%
- Phone
- (951) 736-4646
Resources & Links
District
Corona-Norco Unified- District Enrollment
- 50,256
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,251
- District Rank
- #52 of 52
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