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Columbia Elementary

Fruitvale Elementary · Kern County · 703 Mondavi Way, Bakersfield, CA 93312-4356

(661) 588-3540 · columbia.fruitvale.k12.ca.us

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5/10
#2889
Rank 2889 out of 5,722
Top 50%
English Language Arts6/10 · #2577 · 55th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #3166 · 45th percentile
Science5/10 · #3135 · 44th percentile

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School Overview

Columbia Elementary sits right in the heart of northwest Bakersfield, a part of town that's grown steadily over the years and draws families looking for a quieter, more suburban feel while still being close to everything the city has to offer. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, with slightly stronger English scores than math and science, making it a solid choice for families who want a dependable neighborhood school without the pressure of a hyper-competitive environment. It's the kind of place where community ties matter, and families rooted in the area tend to feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

316 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
158 (50%)
White
98 (31%)
Asian
13 (4%)
African American
12 (4%)
Filipino
10 (3%)
Multiple Races
7 (2%)
Pacific Islander
5 (2%)
Other
13 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners42 (13%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged223 (71%)
Students with Disabilities61 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

601
Enrollment
34.2
Teachers (FTE)
17.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
19.4
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 · #3799 · 37th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found