Serving 646 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Highgate Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highgate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Highgate Elementary School's student population of 646 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Highgate 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 Highgate Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1915 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Highgate Elementary School's ranking?
Highgate Elementary School is ranked #1915 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Highgate Elementary School often compared to?
Highgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ronald Reagan Elementary School, Downtown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Highgate Elementary School?
646 students attend Highgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Highgate Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highgate Elementary School?
Highgate Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Highgate Elementary School offer ?
Highgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Highgate Elementary School part of?
Highgate Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Highgate Elementary School located?
Highgate Elementary School is located in the Highgate neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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