Serving 770 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Raffaello Palla 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RAFFAELLO PALLA ELEMENTARY serves the northwest section of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being only 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raffaello Palla Elementary School's student population of 770 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
770 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Raffaello Palla 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 Raffaello Palla Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#6609 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
89%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-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 Raffaello Palla Elementary School's ranking?
Raffaello Palla Elementary School is ranked #6609 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Raffaello Palla Elementary School?
770 students attend Raffaello Palla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Raffaello Palla Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raffaello Palla Elementary School?
Raffaello Palla Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Raffaello Palla Elementary School offer ?
Raffaello Palla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Raffaello Palla Elementary School part of?
Raffaello Palla Elementary School is part of Greenfield Union School District.
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