Serving 831 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ronald Reagan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 72% 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: 831 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ronald Reagan Elementary serves the northern part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 8.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.7 miles, and the furthest edge located 4.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ronald Reagan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ronald Reagan Elementary School's student population of 831 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
831 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Ronald Reagan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ronald Reagan Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1174 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
28%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Ronald Reagan Elementary School's ranking?
Ronald Reagan Elementary School is ranked #1174 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ronald Reagan Elementary School often compared to?
Ronald Reagan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highgate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ronald Reagan Elementary School?
831 students attend Ronald Reagan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Ronald Reagan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ronald Reagan Elementary School?
Ronald Reagan Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ronald Reagan Elementary School offer ?
Ronald Reagan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ronald Reagan Elementary School part of?
Ronald Reagan Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Ronald Reagan Elementary School located?
Ronald Reagan Elementary School is located in the Seven Oaks neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Seven Oaks.
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