Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Downtown Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downtown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Downtown Elementary School's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Downtown Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downtown Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1291 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
56%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downtown Elementary School's ranking?
Downtown Elementary School is ranked #1291 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Downtown Elementary School?
323 students attend Downtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Downtown Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downtown Elementary School?
Downtown Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Downtown Elementary School offer ?
Downtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Downtown Elementary School part of?
Downtown Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Downtown Elementary School located?
Downtown Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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