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#5205 of 9,539 schools in CA
O. J. Actis Junior High
Middle School · Panama-Buena Vista Union
2400 Westholme Blvd., Bakersfield, CA 93309
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,205 of 9,539
In Bakersfield
#65 of 145
public schools
In district
#17 of 25
Panama-Buena Vista Union
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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O. J. Actis Junior High
Middle School in Bakersfield · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About O. J. Actis Junior High
O. J. Actis Junior High is a public middle school in Bakersfield, CA, part of Panama-Buena Vista Union.
O. J. Actis Junior High serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
O. J. Actis Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,205 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for O. J. Actis Junior High show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at O. J. Actis Junior 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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O. J. Actis Junior High — Students at O. J. Actis Junior High score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.9%
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: 6.1/10.
How O. J. Actis Junior High Compares
See how O. J. Actis Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2400 Westholme Blvd., Bakersfield, CA 93309
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O. J. Actis Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fred L. Thompson Junior High (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Curran Middle (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charles H. Castle Elementary Bakersfield | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Kern Workforce 2000 Academy Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| West High Bakersfield | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Stine Elementary Bakersfield | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Fred L. Thompson Junior High Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Valley Achievement Center Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | — |
| VALLEY ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | — |
| Louise Sandrini Elementary Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Curran Middle Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Connections Academy By Pearson Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | — |
| Wayne Van Horn Elementary Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Munsey Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Laurelglen Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Stockdale Elementary Bakersfield | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| STOCKDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bakersfield | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Quailwood Elementary Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Amy B. Seibert Elementary Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Oppimista School Bakersfield | 2.2 mi | — |
| Bill L. Williams Elementary Bakersfield | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Evergreen Elementary Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93309 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,143
Median Home Value
$286,600
Median Rent
$1,268/mo
Population
63,989
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
31.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O. J. Actis Junior High
What grades does O. J. Actis Junior High serve?
O. J. Actis Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend O. J. Actis Junior High?
O. J. Actis Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O. J. Actis Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at O. J. Actis Junior High is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O. J. Actis Junior High rank in CA?
O. J. Actis Junior High ranks #5,205 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is O. J. Actis Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
O. J. Actis Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 O. J. Actis Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O. J. Actis Junior High has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is O. J. Actis Junior High a charter school?
No, O. J. Actis Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O. J. Actis Junior High a Title I school?
No, O. J. Actis Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O. J. Actis Junior High?
85.9% of students at O. J. Actis 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
- 700
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (661) 833-1250
Resources & Links
District
Panama-Buena Vista Union- District Enrollment
- 19,369
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,644
- District Rank
- #17 of 25
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