- Hunt Elementary — Grades K–5 · 533 students
- Roosevelt Elementary — Grades K–3 · 512 students
- Riley Elementary — Grades K–5 · 462 students
- Wilson Elementary — Grades K–5 · 449 students
- Emmerton Elementary — Grades K–5 · 434 students
- Manuel A. Salinas Creative Arts Elementary — Grades K–5 · 379 students
- Kendall Elementary — Grades K–5 · 351 students
- Cesar E. Chavez Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,107 students
- Arrowview Middle — Grades 6–8 · 917 students
- Golden Valley Middle — Grades 6–8 · 742 students
- Serrano Middle — Grades 7–8 · 716 students
- Shandin Hills Middle — Grades 6–8 · 709 students
- Curtis Middle — Grades 7–8 · 679 students
- Del Vallejo Middle — Grades 6–8 · 642 students
- Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez PREP Academy — Grades 6–8 · 640 students
- Richardson PREP HI Middle — Grades 6–8 · 583 students
- Martin Luther King Jr. Middle — Grades 7–8 · 581 students
- Cajon High — Grades 9–12 · 2,748 students
- Arroyo Valley High — Grades 9–12 · 2,692 students
- Indian Springs High — Grades 9–12 · 1,810 students
- San Bernardino High — Grades 9–12 · 1,440 students
- San Gorgonio High — Grades 9–12 · 1,431 students
- Pacific High — Grades 9–12 · 1,246 students
- San Andreas High — Grades 10–12 · 420 students
- Sierra High — Grades 9–12 · 384 students
- Middle College High — Grades 9–12 · 269 students
- Paakuma K-8 — Grades K–8 · 940 students
- George Brown Jr. Elementary — Grades K–6 · 733 students
- Muscoy Elementary — Grades K–6 · 670 students
- Del Rosa Elementary — Grades K–6 · 659 students
- Vermont Elementary — Grades K–6 · 659 students
- Roger Anton Elementary — Grades K–6 · 619 students
- Bob Holcomb Elementary — Grades K–6 · 598 students
- Hillside Elementary — Grades K–6 · 586 students
- Bing Wong Elementary — Grades K–6 · 581 students
- Belvedere Elementary — Grades K–6 · 557 students
- Lankershim Elementary — Grades K–6 · 551 students
- North Verdemont Elementary — Grades K–6 · 549 students
- Lincoln Elementary — Grades K–6 · 531 students
- Bradley Elementary — Grades K–6 · 530 students
- Lytle Creek Elementary — Grades K–6 · 525 students
- Cypress Elementary — Grades K–6 · 517 students
- North Park Elementary — Grades K–6 · 514 students
- Ramona-Alessandro Elementary — Grades K–6 · 502 students
- Warm Springs Elementary — Grades K–6 · 490 students
- Barton Elementary — Grades K–6 · 485 students
- Parkside Elementary — Grades K–6 · 485 students
- Graciano Gomez Elementary — Grades K–6 · 481 students
- Palm Avenue Elementary — Grades K–6 · 479 students
- Mt. Vernon Elementary — Grades K–6 · 471 students
- Captain Leland Norton Elementary — Grades K–6 · 460 students
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| Metric | San Bernardino City Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 75 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About San Bernardino City Unified School District
Families searching for schools in San Bernardino, California (ZIP 92401) are zoned to San Bernardino City Unified School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of California districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Kindergarten – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at San Bernardino City Unified School District runs approximately $15,700 annually, placing it near the California state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
San Bernardino City Unified School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Contact San Bernardino City Unified School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates San Bernardino City Unified School District 6 out of 10 — average among California public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
San Bernardino City Unified School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 92401
Children in zip code 92401 are assigned to San Bernardino City Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 92401, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact San Bernardino City Unified School District at (909)381-1100 or visit www.sbcusd.com. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in San Bernardino
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because San Bernardino City Unified School District serves zip code 92401, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 92401 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support San Bernardino City Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 92401.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with San Bernardino City Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 92401 data.