Serving 587 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Stockdale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Stockdale Elementary serves the northern part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stockdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Stockdale Elementary School's student population of 587 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
587 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring hope while ensuring high levels of learning for ALL students
School Rankings
Stockdale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stockdale Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#2356 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
25%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Stockdale Elementary School's ranking?
Stockdale Elementary School is ranked #2356 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Stockdale Elementary School often compared to?
Stockdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ronald Reagan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stockdale Elementary School?
587 students attend Stockdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Stockdale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stockdale Elementary School?
Stockdale Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stockdale Elementary School offer ?
Stockdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Stockdale Elementary School part of?
Stockdale Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Stockdale Elementary School located?
Stockdale Elementary School is located in the Stockdale Country Club neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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