Serving 915 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Voorhies 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower 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 (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 915 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Voorhies Elementary School's student population of 915 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
915 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Voorhies 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 Voorhies Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#7354 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Voorhies Elementary School's ranking?
Voorhies Elementary School is ranked #7354 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Voorhies Elementary School?
915 students attend Voorhies Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Voorhies Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Voorhies Elementary School?
Voorhies Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Voorhies Elementary School offer ?
Voorhies Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Voorhies Elementary School part of?
Voorhies Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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