Serving 576 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial Elementary serves the southern part of Bakersfield, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families typically find the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 1.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2429 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #2429 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Elementary School, Del Rio Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
576 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Rosedale Union Elementary School District.
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