Serving 223 students in grades 6-12, Bakersfield High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bakersfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bakersfield High School's student population of 223 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bakersfield High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bakersfield High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1038 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bakersfield High School's ranking?
Bakersfield High School is ranked #1038 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bakersfield High School?
The graduation rate of Bakersfield High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bakersfield High School?
223 students attend Bakersfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Bakersfield High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bakersfield High School?
Bakersfield High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bakersfield High School offer ?
Bakersfield High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bakersfield High School part of?
Bakersfield High School is part of Bakersfield R-IV School District.
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