For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 6,118 students in Barstow, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 124 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Barstow, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Barstow, CA are Challenges Community Day, Barstow Stem Academy and Barstow High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barstow, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Barstow have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Barstow, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Challenges Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25757 Agate Rd.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 253-2048
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 253-2048
Gr: K-6
Rank: #22.
Barstow Stem Academy
(Math: 15% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
310 Mountain View
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6150
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6150
Gr: 5-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Barstow High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
430 South First Ave.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6105
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6105
Gr: 9-12 | 1,558 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Skyline North Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
36968 Camarillo Ave.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6090
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6090
Gr: K-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Cameron Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 Muriel Dr.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6260
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6260
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Henderson Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 South Avenue E
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6250
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6250
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Lenwood Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
34374 Ash Rd.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 253-7713
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 253-7713
Gr: K-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #88.
Barstow Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 South Avenue G
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-4900
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-4900
Gr: K-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #99.
Central High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
405 North Second Ave.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6063
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6063
Gr: 9-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
Montara Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
700 Montara Rd.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 252-5150
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 252-5150
Gr: K-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1111.
Barstow Junior High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Armory Rd.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6204
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6204
Gr: 7-8 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1212.
Crestline Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Monterey
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 252-5121
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 252-5121
Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
1000 Armory Rd.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6000
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6000
Gr: 5-6 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Busd School Of Opportunity
Alternative School
405 North Second Ave.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6028
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6028
Gr: 6-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: n/an/a
Independent Study Program
Alternative School
405 North 2nd Ave.
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6010
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 255-6010
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Barstow, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Barstow, CA include Challenges Community Day, Barstow Stem Academy and Barstow High School.
How many public schools are located in Barstow?
15 public schools are located in Barstow.
What percentage of students in Barstow go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Barstow are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Barstow?
Barstow public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Barstow are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Barstow include: Henderson Elementary School vs. Barstow Stem Academy, Barstow Stem Academy vs. Henderson Elementary School
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