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Edison Middle

Edison Elementary · Kern County · 721 South Edison Road, Bakersfield, CA 93307-9147

(661) 366-8216

3/10
#1017
Rank 1017 out of 1,315
Top 77%
English Language Arts3/10 · #1043 · 21st percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #1010 · 23rd percentile
Science4/10 · #925 · 30th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Edison Middle sits in southeast Bakersfield, a working-class corner of the city where families are deeply rooted in the community and schools play a central role in neighborhood life. The school serves grades 5–8, and while its academic scores reflect some of the challenges common to this part of Kern County, it may appeal to families who value a tight-knit school culture and are actively involved in supporting their kids through the middle school years. Bakersfield itself offers affordable living and a strong sense of local identity, and families here tend to be resilient and engaged — qualities that can make a real difference at any school.

Student Demographics

456 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
404 (89%)
White
28 (6%)
African American
15 (3%)
Other
9 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners139 (30%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged414 (91%)
Students with Disabilities60 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

489
Enrollment
28
Teachers (FTE)
17.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1.7
Administrators (FTE)
23.1
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 Programs1/10 · #1333 · 3rd percentile

4 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.