Frontier High School is a public American high school in Bakersfield, California. The school is part of the Kern High School District since its opening in 2006. Its campus is located on the corner of Allen Road and Olive Drive in Northwest Bakersfield.
Serving 2,030 students in grades 9-12, Frontier High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,030 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Frontier High School's student population of 2,030 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Motto
Titan Pride has become more than just a catchphrase; it is a way of life at Frontier High School.
School Rankings
Frontier High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frontier High School is 0.62, 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
#3405 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier High School's ranking?
Frontier High School is ranked #3405 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Frontier High School often compared to?
Frontier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frontier High School?
The graduation rate of Frontier High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Frontier High School?
2,030 students attend Frontier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Frontier High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frontier High School?
Frontier High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Frontier High School offer ?
Frontier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Frontier High School part of?
Frontier High School is part of Kern High School District.
In what neighborhood is Frontier High School located?
Frontier High School is located in the Belsera neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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