Serving 660 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Almondale 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Almondale Elementary School's student population of 660 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Almondale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Almondale Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2944 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Almondale Elementary School's ranking?
Almondale Elementary School is ranked #2944 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Almondale Elementary School often compared to?
Almondale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosedale-north Elementary School, Patriot Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Almondale Elementary School?
660 students attend Almondale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Almondale Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Almondale Elementary School?
Almondale Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Almondale Elementary School offer ?
Almondale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Almondale Elementary School part of?
Almondale Elementary School is part of Rosedale Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Almondale Elementary School located?
Almondale Elementary School is located in the Crystal Ranch neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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