Serving 932 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Berkshire Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkshire Elementary School's student population of 932 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
932 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Berkshire Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkshire Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5599 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkshire Elementary School's ranking?
Berkshire Elementary School is ranked #5599 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Berkshire Elementary School?
932 students attend Berkshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Berkshire Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkshire Elementary School?
Berkshire Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Berkshire Elementary School offer ?
Berkshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Berkshire Elementary School part of?
Berkshire Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Berkshire Elementary School located?
Berkshire Elementary School is located in the Stonegate neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Stonegate.
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