For the 2025 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 9,913 students in 93304, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 431 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 93304, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 93304, CA are W. A. Kendrick Elementary School, South High School and William Penn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93304 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93304, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93304, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
W. A. Kendrick Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 Faith Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 837-6190
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 837-6190
Grades: K-5
| 725 students
Rank: #22.
South High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Planz Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 831-3680
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 831-3680
Grades: 9-12
| 2,150 students
Rank: #33.
William Penn Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 San Emidio St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5440
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5440
Grades: K-5
| 255 students
Rank: #44.
Amy B. Seibert Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Agate St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 832-4141
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 832-4141
Grades: K-6
| 654 students
Rank: #55.
Frank West Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Benton St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5830
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5830
Grades: K-5
| 696 students
Rank: #66.
Rafer Johnson
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Tenth St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5445
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5445
Grades: K-8
| 43 students
Rank: #77.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Rose Marie Dr.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5930
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5930
Grades: K-5
| 689 students
Rank: #88.
Prosperity Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
901 Prosperity Way.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 837-6070
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 837-6070
Grades: K-5
| 569 students
Rank: #99.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2324 Verde St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5460
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5460
Grades: K-5
| 412 students
Rank: #1010.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 Fourth St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5370
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5370
Grades: K-6
| 619 students
Rank: #1111.
Planz Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Planz Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 837-6080
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 837-6080
Grades: K-5
| 609 students
Rank: #1212.
Sequoia Jr. High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 Belle Terr.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5940
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5940
Grades: 7-8
| 744 students
Rank: #1313.
Emerson Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
801 Fourth St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5260
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5260
Grades: 6-8
| 809 students
Rank: #1414.
Leo G. Pauly Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
313 Planz Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5430
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5430
Grades: K-6
| 729 students
Rank: #1515.
Vista Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 P St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 327-8561
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 327-8561
Grades: 9-12
| 210 students
Rank: n/an/a
1100 Ninth St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5850
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 631-5850
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 93304, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 93304, CA include W. A. Kendrick Elementary School, South High School and William Penn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93304?
16 public schools are located in 93304.
What percentage of students in 93304 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 93304 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93304?
93304 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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