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#4651 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Rafer Johnson
Elementary School · Bakersfield City
1001 Tenth St., Bakersfield, CA 93304
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,651 of 9,539
In Bakersfield
#54 of 145
public schools
In district
#11 of 44
Bakersfield City
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Rafer Johnson
Rafer Johnson is a public elementary school in Bakersfield, CA, part of Bakersfield City. Rafer Johnson serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rafer Johnson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,651 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rafer Johnson show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Rafer Johnson is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Rafer Johnson sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Rafer Johnson sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Rafer Johnson — Students at Rafer Johnson score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Rafer Johnson Compares
See how Rafer Johnson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1001 Tenth St., Bakersfield, CA 93304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rafer Johnson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Downtown Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bessie E. Owens Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Roosevelt Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AGAPELAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bakersfield | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Emerson Middle Bakersfield | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| McKinley Elementary Bakersfield | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Kern County Special Education Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Kern County Community Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Kern County Juvenile Court Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Vista Continuation High Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Bakersfield High Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Downtown Elementary Bakersfield | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| William Penn Elementary Bakersfield | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Franklin Elementary Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| St. Francis Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | — |
| Fremont Elementary Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Sequoia Jr. High Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Bessie E. Owens Elementary Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Abraham Lincoln Jr. High Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Valley Oaks Charter Bakersfield | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Longfellow Elementary Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,627
Median Home Value
$228,800
Median Rent
$1,141/mo
Population
51,457
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
29.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rafer Johnson
What grades does Rafer Johnson serve?
Rafer Johnson serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Rafer Johnson?
Rafer Johnson has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rafer Johnson?
The student-teacher ratio at Rafer Johnson is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rafer Johnson rank in CA?
Rafer Johnson ranks #4,651 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rafer Johnson's MySchoolScout rating?
Rafer Johnson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Rafer Johnson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rafer Johnson has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Rafer Johnson a charter school?
No, Rafer Johnson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rafer Johnson a Title I school?
No, Rafer Johnson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rafer Johnson?
88.4% of students at Rafer Johnson 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 100.0%
- Phone
- (661) 631-5445
Resources & Links
District
Bakersfield City- District Enrollment
- 28,761
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,155
- District Rank
- #11 of 44
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