Serving 719 students in grades 7-8, Chipman Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chipman Junior High School's student population of 719 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Chipman Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chipman Junior High School is 0.41, 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
#7030 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chipman Junior High School's ranking?
Chipman Junior High School is ranked #7030 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chipman Junior High School?
719 students attend Chipman Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chipman Junior High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 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 Chipman Junior High School?
Chipman Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chipman Junior High School offer ?
Chipman Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Chipman Junior High School part of?
Chipman Junior High School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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