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Mcfarland Independent
School · McFarland Unified
599 Fifth St., Mcfarland, CA 93250
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Mcfarland Independent
Mcfarland Independent is a public school in Mcfarland, CA, part of the McFarland Unified. The school serves approximately 14 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,982, where 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 14 students, Mcfarland Independent is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 599 Fifth St., Mcfarland, CA 93250
- Phone
- (661) 792-6312
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
599 Fifth St., Mcfarland, CA 93250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcfarland Independent may also want to explore other schools in the area. Harvest Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Delano). Another option is Almond Tree Middle (rated 9.2/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Delano). Additionally, La Vina Middle (rated 9.1/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Delano). For more schools in Mcfarland, see our Mcfarland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Joaquin High (Continuation) Mcfarland | 0.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Kern Avenue Elementary Mcfarland | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| McFarland High School Early College Mcfarland | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| McFarland Junior High Mcfarland | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Browning Road STEAM Academy Mcfarland | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Horizon Elementary Mcfarland | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Nueva Vista Language Academy Delano | 5.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Pond Elementary Wasco | 5.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Del Vista Math and Science Academy Delano | 6.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Cesar E. Chavez High Delano | 6.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Pioneer Delano | 6.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Fremont Elementary Delano | 6.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Harvest Elementary Delano | 6.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Cecil Avenue Math and Science Academy Delano | 6.6 mi | 7.5 |
| La Vina Middle Delano | 6.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Almond Tree Middle Delano | 6.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Delano High Delano | 6.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Robert F. Kennedy High Delano | 6.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Princeton Street Elementary Delano | 7.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Valley High Delano | 7.1 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,982
Median Home Value
$244,700
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
15,451
College Educated
4.3%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
25.5%
Median Age
27.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mcfarland Independent has a median household income of $50,982. It is a community where 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $244,700, with a median rent of $1,063/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcfarland Independent
What grades does Mcfarland Independent serve?
Mcfarland Independent serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mcfarland Independent?
Mcfarland Independent has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcfarland Independent?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcfarland Independent is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Mcfarland Independent a charter school?
No, Mcfarland Independent is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcfarland Independent a Title I school?
No, Mcfarland Independent is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcfarland Independent?
78.6% of students at Mcfarland Independent 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,199/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mcfarland). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Kern County
- Phone
- (661) 792-6312
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
McFarland Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,274
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,989
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