Serving 675 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Leo B. Hart Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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-6
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leo B. Hart Elementary School's student population of 675 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leo B. Hart Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leo B. Hart Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2569 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
54%
55%
Black
8%
5%
White
24%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leo B. Hart Elementary School's ranking?
Leo B. Hart Elementary School is ranked #2569 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Leo B. Hart Elementary School?
675 students attend Leo B. Hart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Leo B. Hart Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leo B. Hart Elementary School?
Leo B. Hart Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Leo B. Hart Elementary School offer ?
Leo B. Hart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Leo B. Hart Elementary School part of?
Leo B. Hart Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Leo B. Hart Elementary School located?
Leo B. Hart Elementary School is located in the The Oaks neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in The Oaks.
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