Bakersfield High School

Bakersfield High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1241 G St,  Bakersfield, CA
Kern High School District
4.1
4.0
3,024 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
David Reese
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
35%
Average GPA
3.4
Graduation Rate
74%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.4
Reading Proficiency
35%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers
121
Full Time Teachers
121
Teachers in First or Second Year
18.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
580
Verbal
580
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
25
Reading
27
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
63.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
4.8%
State Average
19.4%
Science
4.5%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
437:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.8%
Female
48.1%
Hispanic
72.2%
White
11.4%
Black
10.9%
Two or more races
1.2%
Native American
<1%
Filipino
<1%
Asian
<1%
Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Bakersfield College 387 Students
California State University - Bakersfield 354 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 348 Students
Cal Poly 238 Students
University of California - Berkeley 224 Students
University of California - San Diego 223 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 206 Students
San Diego State University 192 Students
California State University - Northridge 190 Students
University of California - Davis 189 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 142 Students
Business 127 Students
Biology 103 Students
Nursing 87 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 53 Students
Criminology 50 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 47 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 42 Students
Political Science and Government 38 Students
Mechanical Engineering 34 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 356 Reviews
4.0 Alum
11/22/2024
Bakersfield High School has good teachers but they lack on attention to their clubs or facilities for them. They sick for your mental health and well being
3.0 Sophomore
5/27/2024
The best thing about the school is the kids. Sadly, there are a lot of faculty members that aren't working to actually help the students. Sometimes even disregarding a students needs. However, there are some amazing teachers there who are there to help kids, not just the paycheck. I love the diversity that the students bring and the joy that you can find among them.
4.0 Senior
4/8/2024
Very good school academically wise and has helped me a lot into getting accepted into all the colleges I applied for. I feel ready and prepared for college. One thing I would like to see change is the school food. I wish they provided more variety in food options and healthier choices. They should change up the food every now and then and give bigger portions because I feel like one school lunch isn't enough to keep students full.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 3 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/25/2020
BHS is an amazing high school that has something for everyone. My eldest daughter graduated last year and had an amazing experience getting involved in clubs and academics along with making lasting friendships. A plethora of clubs are offered along with many other classes, such as ceramics, fashion,...
5.0 other
5/1/2017
After retiring as a chemist after 30 years of work, I decided to take up teaching as a profession. In order to find out if teaching was for me, I decided to first work as a substitute teacher. My first assignment was at Bakersfield High School in a chemistry class and I had a very positive experienc...
2.0 parent
8/17/2015
Great School, Awesome Foot Ball Coaches.But my experience with the office staff and Athletic office very poor, very unorganized. Summer School was Sad experience for my 2 freshmen Kids . Waited 4 hours in line for Summer School classes they were next in line and sadly had the doors closed on them wi...

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Bakersfield High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Bakersfield, CA and is served by the Kern High School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 3,024 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 35% are proficient in reading. Bakersfield High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.4, the graduation rate is 74%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $245,280. Discover additional schools in the area, like Kern County Special Education School, Vista Continuation High School, West High School, and more. Learn more about what Bakersfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Bakersfield High School.

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