Serving 2,331 students in grades 9-12, East Bakersfield 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Bakersfield High serves the west part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Bakersfield High School's student population of 2,331 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,331 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1938
School Rankings
East Bakersfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Bakersfield High School is 0.19, 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
#6491 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Bakersfield High School's ranking?
East Bakersfield High School is ranked #6491 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are East Bakersfield High School often compared to?
East Bakersfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill High School, Bakersfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Bakersfield High School?
The graduation rate of East Bakersfield High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend East Bakersfield High School?
2,331 students attend East Bakersfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of East Bakersfield High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Bakersfield High School?
East Bakersfield High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does East Bakersfield High School offer ?
East Bakersfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Bakersfield High School part of?
East Bakersfield High School is part of Kern High School District.
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