Big Bear High School

Big Bear High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
351 Maple Ln,  Big Bear City, CA
Bear Valley Unified School District
3.7
4.5
639 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Tina Fulmer
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
36
Full Time Teachers
36
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
600
Verbal
610
Average ACT
26
Math
26
English
24
Reading
26
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
87.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Math
4.8%
State Average
17.9%
Science
3.2%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
339:1

Student Diversity

Male
51%
Female
49%
White
50.2%
Hispanic
42.6%
Two or more races
5.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%
Black
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - San Diego 61 Students
University of California - Irvine 61 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 58 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 56 Students
San Diego State University 49 Students
University of San Diego 49 Students
University of California - Berkeley 45 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 43 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 41 Students
University of Southern California 40 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 40 Students
Psychology 35 Students
Business 34 Students
Nursing 26 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 15 Students
English 14 Students
Pre-Law Studies 11 Students
Small Business Management 11 Students
Computer Science 10 Students
Criminology 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 75 Reviews
4.0 Alum
6/22/2024
I really enjoyed my time at Big bear High School, and I will miss it. I would say my favorite thing about that school is the food. The lunch staff would always have a smile and spark conversations. They also really try hard to make sure everyone enjoys the food. I mean me personally, I enjoyed the food, and I enjoyed the lunch staff as well.
4.0 Senior
11/30/2022
I love my high school, but it is definitely not perfect. I think if we had more resources for students and college readiness throughout all 4 years it would help. There are many kids who don't know that we had to even apply for schools starting in August and start looking at scholarships which is very concerning.
3.0 Alum
8/16/2021
I liked how there was always a sense of being able to try anything new. You would always be welcomed to join any club or activity on campus. A few things that I would change would be the peoples encouragements. My experience at the school I wouldn't change. The only regret that I have is the friend ship circles that makes it hard to make new and different friends. The people are friendly and you get to know everyone in your class pretty easily
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 4 Reviews
5.0 parent
6/14/2017
I am so grateful for this school. Teachers really seem to care for their students. Down the hill at the public high schools my child was just another student bcs faith schools are so inundated with kids. Not here. I feel the the teachers are really vested. Bullying is taken seriously and resolved ef...
3.0 student
7/26/2013
I was a student at Big Bear High, and overall it's a pretty decent school. They really consider themselves a family (Ohana), and the teachers really deeply care for their students. Just a couple things I noticed while attending... very political school. Lots of favoritism and unfair justice, mostly...
5.0 student
6/21/2012
I am a student at BBHS. This school is one big family. We call our school a ohana, and that is exactly what we are. I have participated in the cheerleading program for the past 3 years, and i have greatly enjoyed being involved with the school. I am friends with the jocks to the drama students and e...
5.0 parent
5/14/2011
Awesome school! Seems like all the teachers love thier jobs and the kids..that they care if the students succeed and contribute to that success.

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Big Bear High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Big Bear City, CA, in the Big Bear City neighborhood, and is served by the Bear Valley Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 639 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Big Bear High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $465,363. Discover additional schools in the area, like Chautauqua High School, Calvary Chapel Big Bear Christian School, Mesa Grande Academy, and more. Learn more about what Big Bear City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Big Bear High School.

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