Serving 1,002 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Veterans Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 63% 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: 1,002 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Veterans Elementary serves the west part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veterans Elementary School's student population of 1,002 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,002 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Veterans 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 Veterans Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2327 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-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 Veterans Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Elementary School is ranked #2327 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Veterans Elementary School often compared to?
Veterans Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Downtown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Veterans Elementary School?
1,002 students attend Veterans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Veterans Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Elementary School?
Veterans Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Veterans Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Veterans Elementary School part of?
Veterans Elementary School is part of Norris Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Veterans Elementary School located?
Veterans Elementary School is located in the Avalon neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Avalon.
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