Serving 597 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wayne Van Horn 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne Van Horn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wayne Van Horn Elementary School's student population of 597 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Wayne Van Horn 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 Wayne Van Horn Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#6855 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Wayne Van Horn Elementary School's ranking?
Wayne Van Horn Elementary School is ranked #6855 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wayne Van Horn Elementary School often compared to?
Wayne Van Horn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caroline Harris Elementary School, Quailwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wayne Van Horn Elementary School?
597 students attend Wayne Van Horn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Wayne Van Horn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne Van Horn Elementary School?
Wayne Van Horn Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wayne Van Horn Elementary School offer ?
Wayne Van Horn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Wayne Van Horn Elementary School part of?
Wayne Van Horn Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Wayne Van Horn Elementary School located?
Wayne Van Horn Elementary School is located in the West Park Community neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Park Community.
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