Serving 795 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Veterans Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Math Proficiency: 66%
- Reading Proficiency: 66%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veterans Elementary School's student population of 795 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Veterans Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Veterans Elementary School often compared to?
Veterans Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Veterans Elementary School?
795 students attend Veterans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Veterans Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans Elementary School?
Veterans Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Veterans Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Veterans Elementary School part of?
Veterans Elementary School is part of Norris Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Veterans Elementary School located?
Veterans Elementary School is located in the Avalon neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Avalon.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - Extra Short Min. Day (Events)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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