Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-6, William B. Bimat Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William B. Bimat Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
William B. Bimat Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
William B. Bimat Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William B. Bimat Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2001 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William B. Bimat Elementary School's ranking?
William B. Bimat Elementary School is ranked #2001 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are William B. Bimat Elementary School often compared to?
William B. Bimat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olive Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend William B. Bimat Elementary School?
502 students attend William B. Bimat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of William B. Bimat Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William B. Bimat Elementary School?
William B. Bimat Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William B. Bimat Elementary School offer ?
William B. Bimat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is William B. Bimat Elementary School part of?
William B. Bimat Elementary School is part of Norris Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is William B. Bimat Elementary School located?
William B. Bimat Elementary School is located in the Riverlakes neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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