Serving 870 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Horace Mann 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 97% 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: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Horace Mann Elementary serves the southwest part of Bakersfield, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 0.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horace Mann Elementary School's student population of 870 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
870 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horace Mann 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 Horace Mann Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#7574 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
3%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horace Mann Elementary School's ranking?
Horace Mann Elementary School is ranked #7574 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Horace Mann Elementary School?
870 students attend Horace Mann Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Horace Mann Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Mann Elementary School?
Horace Mann Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Horace Mann Elementary School offer ?
Horace Mann Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Horace Mann Elementary School part of?
Horace Mann Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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