Serving 795 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Old River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 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: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Old River Elementary serves the northern part of Bakersfield, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with most residing about 0.6 miles away from the zone's edge, while the furthest distance to the edge is 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Old River Elementary School's student population of 795 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
795 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Old River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old River Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3037 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
56%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old River Elementary School's ranking?
Old River Elementary School is ranked #3037 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Old River Elementary School often compared to?
Old River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buena Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Old River Elementary School?
795 students attend Old River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Old River Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old River Elementary School?
Old River Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Old River Elementary School offer ?
Old River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Old River Elementary School part of?
Old River Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Old River Elementary School located?
Old River Elementary School is located in the Tevis Ranch neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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