For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,239 students in the neighborhood of Oakridge, Bakersfield, CA.
The neighborhood of Oakridge, Bakersfield, CA public schools have a diversity score of 0.18, which is less than the California public school average of 0.63.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Oakridge, Bakersfield, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Virginia Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3301 Virginia Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93307
(661) 366-3223
Bakersfield, CA 93307
(661) 366-3223
Gr: K-6 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Mt. Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2161 Potomac Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93307
(661) 631-5380
Bakersfield, CA 93307
(661) 631-5380
Gr: K-6 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Oakridge, Bakersfield, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Oakridge, Bakersfield, CA include Virginia Avenue Elementary School and Mt. Vernon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Oakridge, Bakersfield?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Oakridge, Bakersfield.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Oakridge, Bakersfield?
the neighborhood of Oakridge, Bakersfield public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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