Serving 770 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School's student population of 770 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#4275 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
74%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School is ranked #4275 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School?
770 students attend Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School?
Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School part of?
Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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