Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Quailwood Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Quailwood Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Quailwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Quailwood Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#4344 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Quailwood Elementary School's ranking?
Quailwood Elementary School is ranked #4344 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Quailwood Elementary School often compared to?
Quailwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayne Van Horn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Quailwood Elementary School?
338 students attend Quailwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Quailwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% 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 Quailwood Elementary School?
Quailwood Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Quailwood Elementary School offer ?
Quailwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Quailwood Elementary School part of?
Quailwood Elementary School is part of Fruitvale Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Quailwood Elementary School located?
Quailwood Elementary School is located in the Quailwood neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
School Calendar
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12:30 Dismissal! Thanksgiving Break! (Events)
November 21, 2025 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL! Thanksgiving Break! (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
12:30 Dismissal! SPRING BREAK! (Events)
March 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break!! NO SCHOOL! (Events)
March 28, 2026 (Saturday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! 12:30 Dismissal! (Events)
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
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