Serving 741 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 33%). 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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- 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 741 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olive Drive Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 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
#3279 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
51%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
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 #3279 out of 9,602 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 33% 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?
741 students attend Olive Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Olive Drive Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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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