Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Christa McAuliffe Elementary serves the northern part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Year Founded
1991
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe 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
#4062 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
58%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
20%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Explorers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is ranked #4062 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leo B. Hart Elementary School, Buena Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
524 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
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