Serving 897 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ronald Reagan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ronald Reagan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ronald Reagan Elementary School's student population of 897 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ronald Reagan 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 Ronald Reagan Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#998 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
29%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
30%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald Reagan Elementary School's ranking?
Ronald Reagan Elementary School is ranked #998 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ronald Reagan Elementary School?
897 students attend Ronald Reagan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Ronald Reagan Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ronald Reagan Elementary School?
Ronald Reagan Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Ronald Reagan Elementary School offer ?
Ronald Reagan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ronald Reagan Elementary School part of?
Ronald Reagan Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Ronald Reagan Elementary School located?
Ronald Reagan Elementary School is located in the Seven Oaks neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Seven Oaks.
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