Bessie E. Owens Primary
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bessie E. Owens Primary's ranking?
Bessie E. Owens Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for: Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 5%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Bessie E. Owens Primary?
611 students attend Bessie E. Owens Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bessie E. Owens Primary students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bessie E. Owens Primary?
Bessie E. Owens Primary has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Bessie E. Owens Primary offer ?
Bessie E. Owens Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Bessie E. Owens Primary part of?
Bessie E. Owens Primary is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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