Serving 803 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Donald E. Suburu 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donald E. Suburu's student population of 803 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
803 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Donald E. Suburu 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 Donald E. Suburu is 0.54, 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
#5949 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donald E. Suburu's ranking?
Donald E. Suburu is ranked #5949 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Donald E. Suburu often compared to?
Donald E. Suburuis often viewed alongside schools like Bill L. Williams Elementary School, Leo B. Hart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Donald E. Suburu?
803 students attend Donald E. Suburu.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Donald E. Suburu students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donald E. Suburu?
Donald E. Suburu has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Donald E. Suburu offer ?
Donald E. Suburu offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Donald E. Suburu part of?
Donald E. Suburu is part of Lakeside Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Donald E. Suburu located?
Donald E. Suburu is located in the Silver Creek neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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