Serving 654 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Stella I. Hills 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 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stella I. Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stella I. Hills Elementary School's student population of 654 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stella I. Hills 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 Stella I. Hills Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#9163 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
27%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stella I. Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Stella I. Hills Elementary School is ranked #9163 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stella I. Hills Elementary School?
654 students attend Stella I. Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Stella I. Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stella I. Hills Elementary School?
Stella I. Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stella I. Hills Elementary School offer ?
Stella I. Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Stella I. Hills Elementary School part of?
Stella I. Hills Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Stella I. Hills Elementary School located?
Stella I. Hills Elementary School is located in the Homaker Park neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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