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Barona Indian Charter

Lakeside Union Elementary · San Diego County · 1095 Barona Road, Lakeside, CA 92040-1541

(619) 443-0948 · www.baronaindiancharterschool.com

2/10
#4675
Rank 4675 out of 5,722
Top 82%
English Language Arts4/10 · #3748 · 35th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #5057 · 12th percentile
Science1/10 · #5297 · 5th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Barona Indian Charter is a small K-8 school connected to the Barona Band of Mission Indians in the foothills east of San Diego, offering a uniquely community-rooted education that reflects the tribe's heritage and values. Families drawn here tend to be closely tied to the Barona community, and the school's intimate setting means kids are known by name rather than lost in the crowd. Lakeside itself has a rugged, rural character — think horses, open land, and a tight-knit community feel that's a world away from the bustle of central San Diego.

Student Demographics

49 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

American Indian
22 (45%)
Hispanic
15 (31%)
White
7 (14%)
Multiple Races
4 (8%)
Pacific Islander
1 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged28 (57%)
Students with Disabilities22 (45%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

86
Enrollment
6
Teachers (FTE)
14.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
12
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #5551 · 8th percentile

6 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.