Stockdale High School is an American senior high school located in Bakersfield, California. Its athletics teams are known as the Stockdale Mustangs and the school colors are black and silver. Stockdale High School first opened in 1991.
Serving 2,313 students in grades 9-12, Stockdale High School ranks in the top 30% 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stockdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Stockdale High School's student population of 2,313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
White, Black, Silver
School Rankings
Stockdale High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stockdale High School is 0.71, 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
#2587 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stockdale High School's ranking?
Stockdale High School is ranked #2587 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Stockdale High School often compared to?
Stockdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stockdale High School?
The graduation rate of Stockdale High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Stockdale High School?
2,313 students attend Stockdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Stockdale High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stockdale High School?
Stockdale High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stockdale High School offer ?
Stockdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Stockdale High School part of?
Stockdale High School is part of Kern High School District.
In what neighborhood is Stockdale High School located?
Stockdale High School is located in the Seven Oaks neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Seven Oaks.
School Reviews
1 5/7/2020
The freshman is out of control.
5 10/9/2011
I am a parent of a student going to your school. and I not only rate Stockdale 10 thumbs down. This School has tolerance for violence. I reported this and nothing was or has been done.
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