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Bakersfield Schools

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GreatSchools Rating: 5 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Bakersfield's rating is based on its public schools' test results; 10 is best. Learn more

Top-Rated Bakersfield Public Schools

 
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Centennial High School
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Ronald Reagan Elementary School
American Elementary School
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Recent Reviews

Little Life Pre-School

AWESOME preschool! VERY satisfied with this school. My daughter loves it here and loves...

Posted 20 days ago

American Elementary School

This school does not reward children who excel. There was not one award assembly or pro...

Posted 33 days ago

Stockdale Elementary School

I love my school!! I'm going to miss it soo much next year!!! I love my teacher!!! Hee ...

Posted 33 days ago

What's it like to live in Bakersfield?

BakersfieldCaliforniaU.S.
Median household income $50,337 $58,392 $50,935
Median home price $129,500 $302,800 $152,300
Cost of living (% of national avg)97% 135% 100%
Unemployment 14% 11% 9%
Violent crime index (1 is lowest)664
Days per year with some sun: 272
Days per year with some precipitation: 36		More about this data
Source: Sperling's Best Places
Population: 347,483
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