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St. Francis
Elementary School
2516 Palm Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About St. Francis
St. Francis is an private elementary school in Bakersfield, CA 93304. The school serves approximately 354 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $51,627, where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, St. Francis operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St. Francis compares to 127 public schools serving similar grades in Bakersfield, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Francis (this school) | — |
| William Penn Elementary | 4.1 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 5.4 |
| Franklin Elementary | 4.9 |
| Caroline Harris Elementary | 5.0 |
| Rafer Johnson | 5.5 |
| Emerson Middle | 6.4 |
| Evergreen Elementary | 5.4 |
| Munsey Elementary | 6.8 |
| Kern County Community | 6.5 |
| Kern County Juvenile Court | 6.1 |
| Kern County Special Education | 5.6 |
| McKinley Elementary | 4.6 |
| Sequoia Jr. High | 4.4 |
| Downtown Elementary | 5.0 |
| Curran Middle | 5.5 |
| Wayside Elementary | 5.7 |
| Fremont Elementary | 6.0 |
| Wayne Van Horn Elementary | 5.5 |
| Frank West Elementary | 5.8 |
| Bessie E. Owens Elementary | 5.1 |
Showing 20 of 127 schools. View all schools in Bakersfield
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 354 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Address
- 2516 Palm Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304
- Phone
- (661) 326-7955
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
2516 Palm Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Francis may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Munsey Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away). Another option is STOCKDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away). Additionally, Rafer Johnson (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Elementary Bakersfield | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Bakersfield | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Bakersfield High Bakersfield | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Franklin Elementary Bakersfield | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Caroline Harris Elementary Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Evergreen Elementary Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| AGAPELAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Rafer Johnson Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Munsey Elementary Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Kern County Special Education Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Kern County Community Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Kern County Juvenile Court Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Emerson Middle Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Vista Continuation High Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| McKinley Elementary Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Downtown Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Curran Middle Bakersfield | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Sequoia Jr. High Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| STOCKDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Oppimista School Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | — |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Francis has a median household income of $51,627. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $228,800, with a median rent of $1,141/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Francis
What grades does St. Francis serve?
St. Francis serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Francis?
St. Francis has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Francis?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Francis is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Francis a private school?
Yes, St. Francis is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,028/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bakersfield). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Kern
- Phone
- (661) 326-7955
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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