Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Henry Eissler 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Eissler Elementary serves the west part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry Eissler Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry Eissler 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 Henry Eissler Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#5799 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Eissler Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Eissler Elementary School is ranked #5799 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Henry Eissler Elementary School?
529 students attend Henry Eissler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Henry Eissler Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Eissler Elementary School?
Henry Eissler Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Henry Eissler Elementary School offer ?
Henry Eissler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Henry Eissler Elementary School part of?
Henry Eissler Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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