Needs Improvement
#8914 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mt. Vernon Elementary
Elementary School · Bakersfield City
2161 Potomac Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93307
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,914 of 9,539
In Bakersfield
#139 of 145
public schools
In district
#41 of 44
Bakersfield City
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Mt. Vernon Elementary
Mt. Vernon Elementary is a public elementary school in Bakersfield, CA, part of Bakersfield City. Mt.
Vernon Elementary serves approximately 657 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Vernon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #8,914 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Vernon Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Mt. Vernon 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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Mt. Vernon Elementary — Students at Mt. Vernon Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 2.4/10.
How Mt. Vernon Elementary Compares
See how Mt. Vernon 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
2161 Potomac Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Vernon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bessie E. Owens Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Virginia Avenue Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN Bakersfield | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Williams Elementary Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| East Bakersfield High Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Ramon Garza Elementary Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Tierra Del Sol Continuation High Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Sierra Middle Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Virginia Avenue Elementary Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Bessie E. Owens Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Abraham Lincoln Jr. High Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bakersfield | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Bakersfield | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Bakersfield Adventist Academy Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| BAKERSFIELD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Fremont Elementary Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Harding Elementary Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| College Heights Elementary Bakersfield | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Compton Junior High Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,572
Median Home Value
$238,400
Median Rent
$1,195/mo
Population
88,233
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
27.6
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| Anaverde Hills Palmdale, CA | 3.6 |
| Bernard L. Hughes Elementary Modesto, CA | 3.6 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Palmdale, CA | 3.6 |
| Cerra Vista Elementary Hollister, CA | 3.6 |
| Discovery Lancaster, CA | 3.6 |
| Dool Elementary Calexico, CA | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Vernon Elementary
What grades does Mt. Vernon Elementary serve?
Mt. Vernon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mt. Vernon Elementary?
Mt. Vernon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 657 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Vernon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Vernon Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Vernon Elementary rank in CA?
Mt. Vernon Elementary ranks #8,914 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Vernon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Vernon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Mt. Vernon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Vernon Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Vernon Elementary a charter school?
No, Mt. Vernon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Vernon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mt. Vernon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Vernon Elementary?
95.4% of students at Mt. Vernon 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
- 657
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.6%
- Phone
- (661) 631-5380
Resources & Links
District
Bakersfield City- District Enrollment
- 28,761
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,155
- District Rank
- #41 of 44
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