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Old River Elementary

Panama-Buena Vista Union · Kern County · 9815 Campus Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311-2789

(661) 664-7009 · www.pbvusd.k12.ca.us

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7/10
#1939
Rank 1939 out of 5,722
Top 34%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1937 · 66th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #2119 · 63rd percentile
Science7/10 · #1737 · 69th percentile

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School Overview

Old River Elementary sits in the growing southwest Bakersfield area, where newer subdivisions and a strong sense of community have made it a popular choice for families putting down roots in Kern County. The school holds its own academically, with solid scores across English, math, and science that place it comfortably above average statewide — reassuring for parents who want a dependable neighborhood school without the stress of a long commute or lottery system. Families who value a grounded, community-connected atmosphere in one of Bakersfield's more family-friendly corridors tend to find Old River a natural fit.

Student Demographics

411 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
226 (55%)
White
81 (20%)
Asian
46 (11%)
African American
30 (7%)
Multiple Races
11 (3%)
Other
17 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners53 (13%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged309 (75%)
Students with Disabilities70 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

795
Enrollment
32
Teachers (FTE)
24.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
22
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 · #4374 · 28th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found