Arrowview Middle

Arrowview Middle is a public school serving 917 students in grades 6-8 within the San Bernardino City Unified district, operating in a community where the vast majority of students face economic disadvantages.

When compared to similar neighborhood schools in the district, Arrowview Middle often performs better academically; for instance, its English Language Arts scores are higher than those at Curtis Middle, Del Vallejo Middle, and Martin Luther King Junior Middle. The school shows particular strength in supporting English Language Learners, whose performance ranks well above state averages. However, it is important for parents to know that the district has a clear performance tier: selective preparatory schools like Richardson PREP High Middle achieve significantly higher scores, while Arrowview Middle sits in the middle tier among traditional, non-selective schools.

Key areas for attention include mathematics, where scores dip in 7th grade, and chronic absenteeism, though its rate is lower than some peers like Golden Valley Middle. The school achieves these outcomes with moderate per-student spending compared to other district schools, suggesting efficient use of resources. For families not in a selective program, Arrowview represents one of the more consistent performing options in the district, demonstrating resilience and specific instructional successes despite the broader challenges faced by the community.