Below Average
#8541 of 9,539 schools in CA
Longfellow Elementary
Elementary School · Bakersfield City
1900 Stockton St., Bakersfield, CA 93305
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,541 of 9,539
In Bakersfield
#130 of 145
public schools
In district
#38 of 44
Bakersfield City
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Longfellow Elementary
Longfellow Elementary is a public elementary school in Bakersfield, CA, part of Bakersfield City. Longfellow Elementary serves approximately 764 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,541 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Longfellow Elementary runs 20.1:1 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.
41% of students at Longfellow Elementary 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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Longfellow Elementary — Students at Longfellow Elementary score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 3.1/10.
How Longfellow Elementary Compares
See how Longfellow Elementary 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
1900 Stockton St., Bakersfield, CA 93305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longfellow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Downtown Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bessie E. Owens Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rafer Johnson (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garces Memorial High Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Stella I. Hills Elementary Bakersfield | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary Bakersfield | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Downtown Elementary Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Valley Oaks Charter Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Abraham Lincoln Jr. High Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Myra A. Noble Elementary Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Kern County Special Education Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Kern County Community Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Kern County Juvenile Court Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Bakersfield | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington Middle Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Bessie E. Owens Elementary Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Rafer Johnson Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Williams Elementary Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Bakersfield High Bakersfield | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| McKinley Elementary Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Emerson Middle Bakersfield | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| AGAPELAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
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 Longfellow Elementary
What grades does Longfellow Elementary serve?
Longfellow Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary?
Longfellow Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 764 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Longfellow Elementary rank in CA?
Longfellow Elementary ranks #8,541 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Longfellow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Longfellow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Longfellow Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Longfellow Elementary a charter school?
No, Longfellow Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longfellow Elementary a Title I school?
No, Longfellow Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow Elementary?
97.4% of students at Longfellow Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 764
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (661) 631-5350
Resources & Links
District
Bakersfield City- District Enrollment
- 28,761
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,155
- District Rank
- #38 of 44
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