For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 10,503 students in 93309, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 566 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 93309, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 93309, CA are Stockdale Elementary School, Quailwood Elementary School and Louise Sandrini Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93309 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93309, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93309, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stockdale Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7801 Kroll Way
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 831-7835
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 831-7835
Grades: K-6
| 589 students
Rank: #22.
Quailwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7301 Remington Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-6415
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-6415
Grades: K-6
| 338 students
Rank: #33.
Louise Sandrini Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Alum Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 397-1515
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 397-1515
Grades: K-6
| 603 students
Rank: #44.
Charles H. Castle Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Edgemont Dr.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 834-5311
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 834-5311
Grades: K-6
| 844 students
Rank: #55.
Laurelglen Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2601 El Portal Dr.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 831-4444
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 831-4444
Grades: K-6
| 529 students
Rank: #66.
O. J. Actis Junior High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Westholme Blvd.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 833-1250
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 833-1250
Grades: 7-8
| 700 students
Rank: #77.
Stine Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Wilson Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 831-1022
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 831-1022
Grades: K-6
| 607 students
Rank: #88.
Munsey Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Brave Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 631-5390
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 631-5390
Grades: K-6
| 641 students
Rank: #99.
West High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 New Stine Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-2822
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-2822
Grades: 9-12
| 2,090 students
Rank: #1010.
Wayne Van Horn Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5501 Kleinpell Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 324-6538
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 324-6538
Grades: K-6
| 597 students
Rank: #1111.
Fred L. Thompson Junior High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Planz Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-8011
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-8011
Grades: 7-8
| 762 students
Rank: #1212.
Curran Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1116 Lymric Way
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 631-5240
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 631-5240
Grades: 6-8
| 1,043 students
Rank: #1313.
Caroline Harris Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4110 Garnsey Ln.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 631-5310
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 631-5310
Grades: K-6
| 586 students
Rank: #1414.
Kern Workforce 2000 Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5801 Sundale Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 827-3158
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 827-3158
Grades: 9-12
| 574 students
93309, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Able Center (High) (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
5801 Sundale Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 396-4420
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 396-4420
Grades: 12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 93309, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 93309, CA include Stockdale Elementary School, Quailwood Elementary School and Louise Sandrini Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93309?
14 public schools are located in 93309.
What percentage of students in 93309 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 93309 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93309?
93309 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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