Top 10 Best 93309 California Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 11,991 students in 93309, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 609 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 93309, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 93309, CA are Stockdale Elementary School, Quailwood Elementary School and Louise Sandrini Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93309 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93309, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 93309, CA Public Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stockdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7801 Kroll Way
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 831-7835
Grades: K-6
| 600 students
Rank: #22.
Quailwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7301 Remington Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-6415
Grades: K-6
| 333 students
Rank: #33.
Louise Sandrini Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4100 Alum Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 397-1515
Grades: K-6
| 597 students
Rank: #44.
Charles H. Castle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6001 Edgemont Dr.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 834-5311
Grades: K-6
| 839 students
Rank: #55.
Grow Academy Shafter
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
471 W. Los Angeles St.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 630-7220
Grades: K-8
| 801 students
Rank: #66.
Laurelglen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2601 El Portal Dr.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 831-4444
Grades: K-6
| 565 students
Rank: #77.
Grow Academy Arvin
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
901 Nectarine Ct.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 855-8200
Grades: K-8
| 824 students
Rank: #88.
O. J. Actis Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2400 W.holme Blvd.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 833-1250
Grades: 7-8
| 680 students
Rank: #99.
Stine Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4300 Wilson Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 831-1022
Grades: K-6
| 607 students
Rank: #1010.
Munsey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3801 Brave Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 631-5390
Grades: K-6
| 621 students
Rank: #1111.
West High School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 New Stine Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-2822
Grades: 9-12
| 2,025 students
Rank: #1212.
Wayne Van Horn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5501 Kleinpell Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 324-6538
Grades: K-6
| 604 students
Rank: #1313.
Fred L. Thompson Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4200 Planz Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-8011
Grades: 7-8
| 728 students
Rank: #1414.
Curran Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1116 Lymric Way
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 631-5240
Grades: 6-8
| 1,023 students
Rank: #1515.
Caroline Harris Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4110 Garnsey Ln.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 631-5310
Grades: K-6
| 573 students
Rank: #1616.
Kern Workforce 2000 Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5801 Sundale Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 827-3158
Grades: 9-12
| 571 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 93309 California

93309, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Able Center (High) (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
5801 Sundale Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 396-4420
Grades: 12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 93309, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 93309, CA include Stockdale Elementary School, Quailwood Elementary School and Louise Sandrini Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93309?
16 public schools are located in 93309.
What percentage of students in 93309 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 93309 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93309?
93309 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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