Serving 2,072 students in grades 9-12, Frontier High 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,072 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Frontier High School's student population of 2,072 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,072 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frontier High 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 Frontier High School is 0.63, 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
#3568 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
39%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
47%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier High School's ranking?
Frontier High School is ranked #3568 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Frontier High School often compared to?
Frontier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frontier High School?
The graduation rate of Frontier High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Frontier High School?
2,072 students attend Frontier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Frontier High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frontier High School?
Frontier High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Frontier High School offer ?
Frontier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Frontier High School part of?
Frontier High School is part of Kern High School District.
In what neighborhood is Frontier High School located?
Frontier High School is located in the Belsera neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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