Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bonsall West Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonsall West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bonsall West Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Mascot
Colts
School Rankings
Bonsall West Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonsall West Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1454 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colts
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonsall West Elementary School's ranking?
Bonsall West Elementary School is ranked #1454 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bonsall West Elementary School often compared to?
Bonsall West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ivey Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bonsall West Elementary School?
399 students attend Bonsall West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bonsall West Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bonsall West Elementary School?
Bonsall West Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bonsall West Elementary School offer ?
Bonsall West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bonsall West Elementary School part of?
Bonsall West Elementary School is part of Bonsall Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bonsall West Elementary School located?
Bonsall West Elementary School is located in the North Valley neighborhood of Oceanside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in North Valley.
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