Serving 797 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Olive Drive 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 50% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Olive Drive Elementary serves the eastern part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olive Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Olive Drive Elementary School's student population of 797 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
797 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we are a team and family.
School Rankings
Olive Drive 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 Olive Drive Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#3263 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Olive Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Olive Drive Elementary School is ranked #3263 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Olive Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Olive Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurelglen Elementary School, William B. Bimat 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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Olive Drive Elementary School?
797 students attend Olive Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Olive Drive Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olive Drive Elementary School?
Olive Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Olive Drive Elementary School offer ?
Olive Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Olive Drive Elementary School part of?
Olive Drive Elementary School is part of Norris Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Olive Drive Elementary School located?
Olive Drive Elementary School is located in the Olive Drive area neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Olive Drive area.
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