Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Almondale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Almondale Elementary serves the eastern part of Bakersfield, CA, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 1.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Almondale Elementary School's student population of 631 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
631 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Almondale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Almondale Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2944 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Almondale Elementary School's ranking?
Almondale Elementary School is ranked #2944 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Almondale Elementary School often compared to?
Almondale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patriot Elementary School, Rosedale-north Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Almondale Elementary School?
631 students attend Almondale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Almondale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Almondale Elementary School?
Almondale Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Almondale Elementary School offer ?
Almondale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Almondale Elementary School part of?
Almondale Elementary School is part of Rosedale Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Almondale Elementary School located?
Almondale Elementary School is located in the Crystal Ranch neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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