Serving 705 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Leo B. Hart Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leo B. Hart Elementary serves the northern part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leo B. Hart Elementary School's student population of 705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
705 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1988
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Leo B. Hart Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leo B. Hart Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#2361 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Leo B. Hart Elementary School's ranking?
Leo B. Hart Elementary School is ranked #2361 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Leo B. Hart Elementary School often compared to?
Leo B. Hart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Leo B. Hart Elementary School?
705 students attend Leo B. Hart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Leo B. Hart Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leo B. Hart Elementary School?
Leo B. Hart Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Leo B. Hart Elementary School offer ?
Leo B. Hart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Leo B. Hart Elementary School part of?
Leo B. Hart Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Leo B. Hart Elementary School located?
Leo B. Hart Elementary School is located in the The Oaks neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in The Oaks.
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