Serving 639 students in grades 6-8, Washington Middle 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 4% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Middle serves the west part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 639 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
639 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Washington Middle 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 Washington Middle School is 0.29, 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
#9322 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #9322 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
639 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Washington Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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