Serving 627 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barrel Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barrel Springs Elementary School's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Barrel 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 Barrel Springs Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#5918 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Palmdale Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barrel Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Barrel Springs Elementary School is ranked #5918 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Barrel Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Barrel Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gregg Anderson Academy, Sulphur Springs Community Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barrel Springs Elementary School?
627 students attend Barrel Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Barrel Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barrel Springs Elementary School?
Barrel Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barrel Springs Elementary School offer ?
Barrel Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barrel Springs Elementary School part of?
Barrel Springs Elementary School is part of Palmdale Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Mrs Benites is amazing my son had her.And thought she was the best teacher ever
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