Serving 586 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Caroline Harris 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caroline Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Caroline Harris Elementary School's student population of 586 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caroline Harris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caroline Harris Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7526 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caroline Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Caroline Harris Elementary School is ranked #7526 out of 9,523 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Caroline Harris Elementary School?
586 students attend Caroline Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Caroline Harris Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caroline Harris Elementary School?
Caroline Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Caroline Harris Elementary School offer ?
Caroline Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Caroline Harris Elementary School part of?
Caroline Harris Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Caroline Harris Elementary School located?
Caroline Harris Elementary School is located in the West Park Community neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Park Community.
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