Serving 678 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mt. Vernon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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-6
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Vernon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mt. Vernon Elementary School's student population of 678 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mt. Vernon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Vernon Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#9258 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
89%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School is ranked #9258 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mt. Vernon Elementary School?
678 students attend Mt. Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mt. Vernon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt. Vernon Elementary School?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Mt. Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mt. Vernon Elementary School part of?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Vernon Elementary School located?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School is located in the Oakridge neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Oakridge.
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