Barbara Benson Elementary School

Barbara Benson Elementary School encourages parental involvement in their child's education.

At Barbara Benson Elementary School all staff work closely with the Tustin community.

There is an academically rigorous curriculum at Barbara Benson Elementary School in Tustin.

The classrooms at Barbara Benson Elementary School are vibrant and engaging.

Barbara Benson Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

12712 Elizabeth Way, Tustin, CA

Tustin Unified School District

343 Students

B+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Deena Vela

Student Teacher Ratio
22:1

Math Proficiency
44%

Reading Proficiency
38%

B+

Academics

A-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

38%

Math Proficiency

44%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 22:1 Teachers 14	Full Time Teachers 14
Teachers in First or Second Year 5.7%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

313:1

Student Diversity

Male 52.4%	Female 47.6%
Hispanic 70.9%	White 13.7%
Asian 6.7%	Two or more races 4.8%
Filipino 1.6%	Black 1.3%
Pacific Islander 1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 other

5/10/2023

Horrible school. Went there as a kid. Staff did nothing to support me and also got me in trouble when some kid harassed me. Terrible dress code AND that one rule that will get you kicked out if you defend yourself. Some of the teachers were nice, but most were inexperienced and one was particularly...

5.0 parent

4/26/2019

My daughter is thriving at Benson..the teachers, staff and principal are all so caring and so involved with all the students and concerns are quickly taken care of. Im so sad that Benson only goes up to 5th grade :(

5.0 parent

1/3/2018

I have a 4th Grader and a TK student currently attending Benson Elementary. I am a big fan of this Elementary School. I love the quality of Education my kids are receiving, and the teachers and faculty are to thank for that. The students are spending their days with passionate educators and being ex...

5.0 student

2/2/2016

Benson has been such a blessing! We love the family feel. Everyone is always willing to help. The teachers and staff genuinely care about ALL the children. So proud to be a Benson Bear!! Best principal and teachers EVER!

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Average Home Value

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Median Lot Size

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Average Household Income

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Barbara Benson Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Tustin, CA, in the Tustin neighborhood, and is served by the Tustin Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 343 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 44% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 38% are proficient in reading. Barbara Benson Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,287,799. Discover additional schools in the area, like Foothill High School, Tustin High School, El Modena High School, and more. Learn more about what Tustin has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Barbara Benson Elementary School.

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