East Bakersfield High School is a 9-12 high school located in Bakersfield, CA. Built in 1938, EBHS, commonly called "East" or "EB", is the second oldest high school in Bakersfield after Bakersfield High School.
Serving 2,420 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Bakersfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Bakersfield High School's student population of 2,420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1938
Colors
Blue, Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
East Bakersfield 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 East Bakersfield High School is 0.20, 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
#6299 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 East Bakersfield High School's ranking?
East Bakersfield High School is ranked #6299 out of 9,602 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 Bakersfield High School, Foothill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 82%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Bakersfield High School?
2,420 students attend East Bakersfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of East Bakersfield High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
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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