Serving 965 students in grades 7-8, Earl Warren Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Earl Warren Junior High serves the northwest part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 39.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Earl Warren Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Earl Warren Junior High School's student population of 965 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
965 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Earl Warren Junior High 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 Earl Warren Junior High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#2100 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
17%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
21%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Earl Warren Junior High School's ranking?
Earl Warren Junior High School is ranked #2100 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Earl Warren Junior High School often compared to?
Earl Warren Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tevis Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Earl Warren Junior High School?
965 students attend Earl Warren Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Earl Warren Junior High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Earl Warren Junior High School?
Earl Warren Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Earl Warren Junior High School offer ?
Earl Warren Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Earl Warren Junior High School part of?
Earl Warren Junior High School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Earl Warren Junior High School located?
Earl Warren Junior High School is located in the Southern Oaks neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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