Summary:
Zip code 92315 in Big Bear Lake, California, contains one public school, Big Bear Middle School, which serves grades 6-8 and is part of the Bear Valley Unified School District.
As the only middle school in the area, Big Bear Middle provides a consistent educational experience, ranking in the 50th percentile among California middle schools. Its performance has been stable over recent years, though test scores in English, math, and science are generally below state averages. A notable dip in math proficiency in 7th grade is an area the school may be focusing on.
The school serves a community with significant economic need, with over 70% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. A key challenge is chronic absenteeism, with over a quarter of students missing significant school time, which is higher than the state average and can impact learning. With a student-teacher ratio of 21-to-1 and substantial per-student spending, the school's average ranking is achieved while addressing these community-specific factors.
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