Best 93312 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 14,986 students in 93312, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 185 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 93312, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 93312, CA are William B. Bimat Elementary School, American Elementary School and Rosedale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93312 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93312, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 93312, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William B. Bimat Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8600 Northshore Dr.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 387-7080
Gr: K-6 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
American Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
800 Verdugo
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 587-2277
Gr: K-6 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Rosedale Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12463 Rosedale Hwy.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 588-6030
Gr: 7-8 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Freedom Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
11445 Noriega Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 588-6044
Gr: 7-8 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Centennial High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8601 Hageman Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 588-8601
Gr: 9-12 | 2,212 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Veterans Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6301 Old Farm Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 387-7050
Gr: K-6 | 1,002 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #77.
Liberty High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
925 Jewetta Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 587-0925
Gr: 9-12 | 2,369 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #88.
Norris Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7110 Old Farm Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 387-7020
Gr: K-6 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #99.
Almondale Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
10510 Chippewa St.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 588-6060
Gr: K-6 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1010.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2345 Old Farm Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 588-6011
Gr: K-6 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #1111.
Fruitvale Junior High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2114 Calloway Dr.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 589-3933
Gr: 7-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1212.
Norris Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6940 Calloway Dr.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 387-7060
Gr: 7-8 | 992 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #1313.
Endeavour Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
9300 Meacham Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 588-3550
Gr: K-6 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1414.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
703 Mondavi Way
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 588-3540
Gr: K-6 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1515.
Patriot Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4410 Old Farm Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 588-6065
Gr: K-6 | 931 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1616.
Rosedale-north Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
11500 Meacham Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 588-6040
Gr: K-6 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 93312, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93312, CA include William B. Bimat Elementary School, American Elementary School and Rosedale Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 93312?
16 public schools are located in 93312.
What percentage of students in 93312 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 93312 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93312?
93312 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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