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Mt. Vernon Elementary

Bakersfield City · Kern County · 2161 Potomac Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307-2426

(661) 631-5380 · mtvernon.bcsd.com

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1/10
#5612
Rank 5612 out of 5,722
Top 98%
English Language Arts1/10 · #5568 · 3rd percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #5640 · 1st percentile
Science1/10 · #5264 · 6th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Mt. Vernon 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 faces real academic challenges, particularly in math and English, and families who prioritize test-score performance may want to weigh their options carefully. That said, Bakersfield's tight-knit neighborhoods often foster strong school loyalty, and families looking to get involved and make a difference locally may find this a meaningful place to be part of.

Student Demographics

344 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
313 (91%)
White
17 (5%)
African American
8 (2%)
Other
6 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners153 (44%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged338 (98%)
Students with Disabilities37 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

614
Enrollment
35.9
Teachers (FTE)
17.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
19.2
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 Programs3/10 · #4426 · 27th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found