Serving 670 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Granite Pointe Elementary 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Granite Pointe Elementary serves the southern part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 15.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 6.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Granite Pointe Elementary School's student population of 670 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
670 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
GREENFIELD UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT is a student centered district dedicated to preparing each student for a life which is productive academically, physically, socially, emotionally and economically.
School Rankings
Granite Pointe Elementary 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 Granite Pointe Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#4960 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granite Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
Granite Pointe Elementary School is ranked #4960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Granite Pointe Elementary School often compared to?
Granite Pointe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas J. Miller Elementary School, General Shafter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Granite Pointe Elementary School?
670 students attend Granite Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Granite Pointe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Granite Pointe Elementary School?
Granite Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Granite Pointe Elementary School offer ?
Granite Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Granite Pointe Elementary School part of?
Granite Pointe Elementary School is part of Greenfield Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Granite Pointe Elementary School located?
Granite Pointe Elementary School is located in the Stone Meadows neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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