BIG BEAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Big Bear Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bear Valley Unified school district, located in Big Bear Lake, CA with about 278 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 11 teachers, Big Bear Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Big Bear Elementary, located in the mountain community of Big Bear Lake, California, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Bear Valley Unified School District. The school is situated in a unique alpine environment, which often influences its community-focused atmosphere and integration with the surrounding natural landscape. It typically serves students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade, emphasizing foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and a supportive learning environment tailored to the needs of a small-town student body.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Big Bear Elementary is known for fostering a close-knit school culture that encourages parent and community involvement. Given its location in a popular resort area, the school often balances the needs of a diverse local population with the challenges and opportunities of an isolated mountain setting. The faculty and staff prioritize creating an inclusive space that prepares students for the transition to middle school while maintaining the small-town values and school spirit characteristic of the Big Bear community.

For more information, contact Big Bear Elementary at (909) 866-4638 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.