Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lenwood 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lenwood Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Your BEST Choice for Academic Success!
School Rankings
Lenwood 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 Lenwood Elementary School is 0.62, which is less 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
#8820 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Lenwood Elementary School is ranked #8820 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lenwood Elementary School?
460 students attend Lenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lenwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lenwood Elementary School?
Lenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lenwood Elementary School offer ?
Lenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lenwood Elementary School part of?
Lenwood Elementary School is part of Barstow Unified School District.
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