Serving 88 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bangor Union Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bangor Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bangor Union Elementary School's student population of 88 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
88 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Small school, Big impact, One family
School Rankings
Bangor Union 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 Bangor Union Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#4952 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Hispanic
29%
56%
White
56%
20%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bangor Union Elementary School's ranking?
Bangor Union Elementary School is ranked #4952 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bangor Union Elementary School?
88 students attend Bangor Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Bangor Union Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bangor Union Elementary School?
Bangor Union Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bangor Union Elementary School offer ?
Bangor Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bangor Union Elementary School part of?
Bangor Union Elementary School is part of Bangor Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 31, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 02, 2027 (Friday)
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