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Bessie E. Owens Elementary

Bakersfield City · Kern County · 815 Potomac Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307-1450

(661) 631-5420 · owensprimary.bcsd.com

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5/10
#3335
Rank 3335 out of 5,722
Top 58%
English Language Arts5/10 · #3343 · 42nd percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #3788 · 34th percentile
Science6/10 · #2457 · 56th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Bessie E. Owens Elementary sits in southeast Bakersfield, a working-class part of the city where families are deeply rooted in the community and schools serve as an important anchor. The school shows particular strength in science relative to its English and math scores, which could make it a good fit for families looking to nurture curious, hands-on learners. For those already living in this corner of Bakersfield, Owens offers a familiar neighborhood feel, and families who engage closely with teachers and staff tend to find the most out of what the school has to offer.

Student Demographics

474 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
400 (84%)
African American
44 (9%)
White
27 (6%)
Other
3 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners193 (41%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged437 (92%)
Students with Disabilities77 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

867
Enrollment
44.3
Teachers (FTE)
19.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
20
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 Programs5/10 · #3324 · 45th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found