Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benjamin F. Beswick 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Benjamin F. Beswick 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 Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#5202 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School is ranked #5202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Benson Elementary School, Sycamore Magnet Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School?
426 students attend Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School?
Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School part of?
Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School is part of Tustin Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First day of School
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day Back from Winter Recess
January 05, 2027 (Tuesday)
Last day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
First day of School
August 12, 2027 (Thursday)
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