Serving 729 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Leo G. Pauly 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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 (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leo G. Pauly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Leo G. Pauly Elementary School's student population of 729 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leo G. Pauly 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 Leo G. Pauly Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#8245 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Leo G. Pauly Elementary School's ranking?
Leo G. Pauly Elementary School is ranked #8245 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Leo G. Pauly Elementary School?
729 students attend Leo G. Pauly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Leo G. Pauly Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leo G. Pauly Elementary School?
Leo G. Pauly Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Leo G. Pauly Elementary School offer ?
Leo G. Pauly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Leo G. Pauly Elementary School part of?
Leo G. Pauly Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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