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Bear Mountain Elementary

Arvin Union · Kern County · 1501 Hood Street, Arvin, CA 93203-1413

(661) 854-6590 · www.arvinschools.com/1/home

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1/10
#5294
Rank 5294 out of 5,722
Top 93%
English Language Arts1/10 · #5402 · 6th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #5129 · 10th percentile
Science2/10 · #4868 · 13th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Arvin is a small agricultural town in the southern San Joaquin Valley, where tight-knit community ties run deep and families are deeply rooted in the area. Bear Mountain Elementary serves a neighborhood where many households are working hard to build opportunity for their kids, and the school reflects that spirit — with science scores nudging ahead of its other subjects, there's a foundation here for hands-on, curious learners. Families who are actively involved in their children's education and looking to supplement classroom learning with home support will find a community that genuinely cares about its students.

Student Demographics

342 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
331 (97%)
Other
11 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners228 (67%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged328 (96%)
Students with Disabilities36 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

728
Enrollment
43.8
Teachers (FTE)
16.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
17
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 Programs2/10 · #5070 · 16th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found