For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 392 students in Bakersfield, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Bakersfield, MO are Bakersfield Elementary School and Bakersfield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bakersfield, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Bakersfield have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bakersfield, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bakersfield Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
357 State Hwy O
Bakersfield, MO 65609
(417) 284-7593
Bakersfield, MO 65609
(417) 284-7593
Gr: PK-5 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Bakersfield High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
357 State Hwy O
Bakersfield, MO 65609
(417) 284-7333
Bakersfield, MO 65609
(417) 284-7333
Gr: 6-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bakersfield, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Bakersfield, MO include Bakersfield Elementary School and Bakersfield High School.
How many public schools are located in Bakersfield?
2 public schools are located in Bakersfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Bakersfield?
Bakersfield public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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