Serving 498 students in grades 7-8, Abraham Lincoln Jr. High 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 31% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School's student population of 498 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate all students at the highest levels of academic excellence to become collaborative, creative, and critical thinkers.
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High 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 Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School is 0.24, 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
#8318 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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 Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School is ranked #8318 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 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School?
498 students attend Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School?
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School offer ?
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School part of?
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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