Rafer Johnson Childrens Center

1100 Ninth St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(School attendance zone shown in map)

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Total Students (90-91)
142 students
Total Classroom Teachers (09-10)
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold

School Rankings

This School
State Level (CA)
American Indian
(90-91)
1%
1%
Asian
(90-91)
1%
11%
Hispanic
(90-91)
51%
34%
Black
(90-91)
21%
9%
White
(90-91)
25%
45%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Rafer Johnson Childrens Center?
142 students attend Rafer Johnson Childrens Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Rafer Johnson Childrens Center students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What school district is Rafer Johnson Childrens Center part of?
Rafer Johnson Childrens Center is part of Bakersfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Rafer Johnson Childrens Center located?
Rafer Johnson Childrens Center is located in the Oleander And Sunset neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Oleander And Sunset.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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