Serving 120 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Big Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Big Springs Elementary School's student population of 120 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Big Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Springs Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5734 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Big Springs Elementary School is ranked #5734 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Big Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Big Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butteville Elementary School, Golden Eagle Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Big Springs Elementary School?
120 students attend Big Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Big Springs Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Springs Elementary School?
Big Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Big Springs Elementary School offer ?
Big Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Big Springs Elementary School part of?
Big Springs Elementary School is part of Big Springs Union Elementary School District.
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