Serving 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bakersfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bakersfield Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bakersfield, MO, covering approximately 101.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.6 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bakersfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bakersfield Elementary School's student population of 177 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Bakersfield Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bakersfield Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1019 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
98%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bakersfield Elementary School's ranking?
Bakersfield Elementary School is ranked #1019 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bakersfield Elementary School?
177 students attend Bakersfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Bakersfield Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bakersfield Elementary School?
Bakersfield Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bakersfield Elementary School offer ?
Bakersfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bakersfield Elementary School part of?
Bakersfield Elementary School is part of Bakersfield R-IV School District.
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