Serving 701 students in grades Kindergarten-6, American Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 62% 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: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: American Elementary serves the southeast part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
American Elementary School's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
701 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Mustangs
School Rankings
American Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American 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
#2036 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Elementary School's ranking?
American Elementary School is ranked #2036 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are American Elementary School often compared to?
American Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ronald Reagan Elementary School, Centennial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend American Elementary School?
701 students attend American Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of American Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of American Elementary School?
American Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does American Elementary School offer ?
American Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is American Elementary School part of?
American Elementary School is part of Rosedale Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is American Elementary School located?
American Elementary School is located in the Fairway Oaks neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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