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American Elementary

Rosedale Union Elementary · Kern County · 800 Verdugo, Bakersfield, CA 93312-2888

(661) 587-2277 · www.rosedale.k12.ca.us

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7/10
#1722
Rank 1722 out of 5,722
Top 30%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1970 · 66th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1676 · 71st percentile
Science8/10 · #1437 · 74th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the growing northwest Bakersfield suburbs, American Elementary sits in one of the more family-friendly pockets of Kern County, where newer neighborhoods and a strong sense of community make it a natural fit for families planting roots. The school performs solidly across the board, with math and science scores standing out as particular strengths. Families who value a stable, academically consistent environment — without the chaos of a big urban district — tend to find Rosedale Union a comfortable home base.

Student Demographics

427 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
196 (46%)
White
173 (41%)
Asian
25 (6%)
Multiple Races
10 (2%)
African American
9 (2%)
Filipino
7 (2%)
Other
7 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners42 (10%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged177 (41%)
Students with Disabilities74 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

701
Enrollment
33.7
Teachers (FTE)
20.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
16.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #3783 · 37th percentile

66 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found