Barstow Unified

District Overview
Barstow Unified School District is an active, traditional public school system headquartered at 551 South Avenue H in Barstow, California. Situated in a distant town setting within the broader Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario metropolitan region, the district operates 14 public schools designed to serve the diverse educational needs of the local community. Barstow Unified offers a complete academic continuum spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade, complemented by adult education opportunities that extend learning pathways beyond high school graduation.

With an enrollment of 6,128 students, the district maintains a strong institutional foundation backed by a comprehensive staff structure. Barstow Unified employs approximately 1,243 full-time equivalent staff members, including 533 classroom teachers, 90 instructional aides, and 620 support personnel. This significant workforce ensures that students receive individual academic attention, specialized classroom assistance, and well-maintained school environments. For parents, students, and educational researchers, the district stands as a vital public infrastructure anchor, providing accessible learning programs and dedicated workforce support across Southern California's inland corridor.
14
Total Schools
6,128
Total Students
533.1
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Barstow Unified
Demographic Student Count
White878
Hispanic3,586
Black1,113
Asian54
Two or More406
American Indian34
Pacific Islander57
  • Hispanic
    3,586 (58.5%)
  • Black
    1,113 (18.2%)
  • White
    878 (14.3%)
  • Two or More
    406 (6.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    57 (0.9%)
  • Asian
    54 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    34 (0.6%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Barstow Unified
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary8
Middle3
High3
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:14
Students:6,128*
Teachers (FTE):533.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:11.5
Schools in Barstow Unified
Found 15 Schools