Serving 984 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Paakuma K-8 ranks in the top 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 984 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paakuma K-8's student population of 984 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paakuma K-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paakuma K-8 is 0.55, 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
#2983 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
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 Paakuma K-8's ranking?
Paakuma K-8 is ranked #2983 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paakuma K-8 often compared to?
Paakuma K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Richardson Prep Hi Middle School, Hardy Brown College Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Paakuma K-8?
984 students attend Paakuma K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Paakuma K-8 students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paakuma K-8?
Paakuma K-8 has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paakuma K-8 offer ?
Paakuma K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Paakuma K-8 part of?
Paakuma K-8 is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
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