Serving 3,024 students in grades 9-12, Bakersfield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,024 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bakersfield High School's student population of 3,024 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,024 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bakersfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bakersfield High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5704 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bakersfield High School's ranking?
Bakersfield High School is ranked #5704 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bakersfield High School?
The graduation rate of Bakersfield High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bakersfield High School?
3,024 students attend Bakersfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bakersfield High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bakersfield High School?
Bakersfield High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bakersfield High School offer ?
Bakersfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bakersfield High School part of?
Bakersfield High School is part of Kern High School District.
In what neighborhood is Bakersfield High School located?
Bakersfield High School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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