Needs Improvement
#9126 of 9,539 schools in CA
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High
Middle School · Bakersfield City
815 Eureka St., Bakersfield, CA 93305
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,126 of 9,539
In Bakersfield
#144 of 145
public schools
In district
#44 of 44
Bakersfield City
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Abraham Lincoln Jr. High
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About Abraham Lincoln Jr. High
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High is a public middle school in Bakersfield, CA, part of Bakersfield City. Abraham Lincoln Jr.
High serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Abraham Lincoln Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,126 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Abraham Lincoln Jr. High show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Abraham Lincoln Jr. High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Abraham Lincoln Jr. High — Students at Abraham Lincoln Jr. High score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.
How Abraham Lincoln Jr. High Compares
See how Abraham Lincoln Jr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
815 Eureka St., Bakersfield, CA 93305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Abraham Lincoln Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Downtown Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bessie E. Owens Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bessie E. Owens Elementary Bakersfield | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Bakersfield | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Fremont Elementary Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Williams Elementary Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Longfellow Elementary Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| McKinley Elementary Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Emerson Middle Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Vista Continuation High Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Rafer Johnson Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| AGAPELAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Downtown Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Kern County Special Education Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Kern County Community Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Kern County Juvenile Court Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN Bakersfield | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Garces Memorial High Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,290
Median Home Value
$245,000
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
36,998
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
34.1%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
31.8%
Median Age
29.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Abraham Lincoln Jr. High
What grades does Abraham Lincoln Jr. High serve?
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Jr. High?
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Abraham Lincoln Jr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Abraham Lincoln Jr. High is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Abraham Lincoln Jr. High rank in CA?
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High ranks #9,126 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Abraham Lincoln Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Abraham Lincoln Jr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Abraham Lincoln Jr. High has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Abraham Lincoln Jr. High a charter school?
No, Abraham Lincoln Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Abraham Lincoln Jr. High a Title I school?
No, Abraham Lincoln Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Abraham Lincoln Jr. High?
95.6% of students at Abraham Lincoln Jr. High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 498
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.8%
- Phone
- (661) 631-5950
Resources & Links
District
Bakersfield City- District Enrollment
- 28,761
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,155
- District Rank
- #44 of 44
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