Very Good
#2465 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Earl Warren Junior High
Middle School · Panama-Buena Vista Union
4615 Mountain Vista Dr., Bakersfield, CA 93311
Enrollment
985
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
7.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
985
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
7.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,465 of 9,539
In Bakersfield
#20 of 145
public schools
In district
#6 of 25
Panama-Buena Vista Union
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Earl Warren Junior High
Earl Warren Junior High is a public middle school in Bakersfield, CA, part of Panama-Buena Vista Union. Earl Warren Junior High serves approximately 985 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Earl Warren Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,465 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Earl Warren Junior High show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Earl Warren Junior High runs 24:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Earl Warren Junior High — Students at Earl Warren Junior High score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.6%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Earl Warren Junior High Compares
See how Earl Warren Junior 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
4615 Mountain Vista Dr., Bakersfield, CA 93311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Earl Warren Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Highgate Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Buena Vista Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ronald Reagan Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOVE TO LEARN Bakersfield | 0.4 mi | — |
| Old River Elementary Bakersfield | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Stockdale High Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Sing Lum Elementary Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Leo B. Hart Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Tevis Junior High Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Christa McAuliffe Elementary Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Independence High Bakersfield | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Ronald Reagan Elementary Bakersfield | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Laurelglen Elementary Bakersfield | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Donald E. Suburu Bakersfield | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Highgate Elementary Bakersfield | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| VALLEY ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Bakersfield | 2.7 mi | — |
| Valley Achievement Center Bakersfield | 2.7 mi | — |
| BAKERSFIELD CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Bakersfield | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Stockdale Elementary Bakersfield | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| American Elementary Bakersfield | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Columbia Elementary Bakersfield | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Liberty High Bakersfield | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,591
Median Home Value
$425,500
Median Rent
$1,884/mo
Population
52,505
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Earl Warren Junior High
What grades does Earl Warren Junior High serve?
Earl Warren Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Earl Warren Junior High?
Earl Warren Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 985 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Earl Warren Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Earl Warren Junior High is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Earl Warren Junior High rank in CA?
Earl Warren Junior High ranks #2,465 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Earl Warren Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Earl Warren Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Earl Warren Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Earl Warren Junior High has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Earl Warren Junior High a charter school?
No, Earl Warren Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Earl Warren Junior High a Title I school?
No, Earl Warren Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Earl Warren Junior High?
52.6% of students at Earl Warren Junior 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
- 985
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (661) 665-9210
Resources & Links
District
Panama-Buena Vista Union- District Enrollment
- 19,369
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,644
- District Rank
- #6 of 25
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