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Bakersfield High

Summary:

Bakersfield High is a public high school located in Bakersfield, Missouri, serving grades 6-12 with a total enrollment of 216 students. The school is part of the Bakersfield R-IV school district and has been ranked between 147 to 302 out of the high schools in Missouri, with a current ranking of 201 and a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Bakersfield High has maintained a very high four-year graduation rate, ranging from 97.1% to 100% over the past few years, which is significantly higher than the state average. However, the school has seen a decrease in chronic absenteeism, from 19.1% in 2021-2022 to 13.5% in 2023-2024, which is still higher than the state average and the nearby Gainesville High School, which has a chronic absenteeism rate of only 7.9%. Bakersfield High's test scores in various subjects and grade levels are generally lower than the state averages, with proficiency rates in Mathematics and English Language Arts below the state benchmarks.

Interestingly, Bakersfield High's low-income student population has performed relatively well, ranking 132 out of 268 Missouri high schools in 2022-2023 and 49 out of 255 in 2020-2021, with 4 out of 5 SchoolDigger stars. However, the school's white student population has not performed as well, ranking 204 out of 302 Missouri high schools in 2022-2023 and 245 out of 310 in 2021-2022, with 1 to 2 out of 5 SchoolDigger stars. Comparing Bakersfield High to the higher-performing Gainesville High School, located about 15 miles away, could provide valuable insights and opportunities for improvement in areas such as curriculum, instructional practices, and student support services.


Detail:

Public 6-12

 357 State Hwy O
       Bakersfield, MO  65609-0038

(417) 284-7333

District: Bakersfield R-IV

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,920 Help


Feeder schools for Bakersfield High:

Elementary:    Bakersfield Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  11.5 Help
Number of students:  223

Racial breakdown:

White:
96.0%
Hispanic:
2.7%
Two or more races:
0.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  53.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Bakersfield High ranks worse than 70.1% of middle schools in Missouri. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 31.77. (See more...)
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Compare Details Bakersfield High is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 39.47. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Bakersfield High who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (96%), Hispanic (2.7%), two or more races (0.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 53.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Bakersfield High is 11.5. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Bakersfield High is $10,920.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Bakersfield High:

SchoolDigger ranks Bakersfield High 316th of 451 Missouri public middle schools. (See Bakersfield High in the ranking list.)

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Rank History for Bakersfield High

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Rank History for all middle school students at Bakersfield High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 22.74 561st 619 9.4%
2007 22.30 563rd 624 9.8%
2008 37.65 488th 624 21.8%
2009 41.23 424th 601 29.5%
2010 62.45 216th 614 64.8%
2011 51.22 336th 625 46.2%
2012 63.12 215th 623 65.5%
2013 79.36 57th 649 91.2%
2014 72.07 128th 633 79.8%
2015 61.20 194th 585 66.8%
2017 56.06 241st 568 57.6%
2018 54.60 234th 552 57.6%
2019 39.24 372nd 587 36.6%
2023 60.19 166th 459 63.8%
2024 31.77 316th 451 29.9%
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Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at Bakersfield High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 53.12 169th 422 60.0%
2019 47.79 241st 482 50.0%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Bakersfield High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.92 228th 479 52.4%
2019 26.40 420th 527 20.3%
2023 50.23 182nd 385 52.7%
2024 21.93 311th 379 17.9%
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Data source: test scores: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Bakersfield High

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Rank History for all high school students at Bakersfield High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 9.30 501st 534 6.2%
2007 44.43 335th 538 37.7%
2008 37.19 394th 539 26.9%
2009 51.71 223rd 507 56.0%
2010 63.25 125th 516 75.8%
2011 65.47 106th 528 79.9%
2012 47.39 292nd 522 44.1%
2013 49.71 259th 523 50.5%
2014 58.81 171st 521 67.2%
2015 58.83 184th 504 63.5%
2017 35.15 295th 404 27.0%
2018 36.23 302nd 468 35.5%
2019 37.90 289th 460 37.2%
2021 50.07 147th 358 58.9%
2022 29.54 249th 361 31.0%
2023 39.47 201st 352 42.9%
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Rank History for high school Low Socio Economic Status students at Bakersfield High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.23 193rd 382 49.5%
2019 56.25 112th 368 69.6%
2021 70.49 49th 255 80.8%
2023 43.92 132nd 268 50.7%
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Rank History for high school White students at Bakersfield High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 31.51 315th 440 28.4%
2019 31.42 307th 430 28.6%
2021 36.80 181st 309 41.4%
2022 23.57 245th 310 21.0%
2023 30.23 204th 302 32.5%
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Data source: test scores: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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Enrollment information for Bakersfield High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 157 157
1992 107 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 108
1993 103 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 105
1994 121 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 123
1995 127 0 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 130
1996 127 0 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 130
1997 164 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 165
1998 157 0 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 159
1999 158 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 159
2000 166 0 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 168
2001 167 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 168
2002 180 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 180
2003 180 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 180
2004 209 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 210
2005 209 0 1 2 0 n/a n/a 0 212
2006 212 1 1 1 1 n/a n/a 0 216
2007 199 1 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 201
2008 208 8 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 218
2009 207 1 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 209
2010 200 1 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 203
2011 207 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 209
2012 213 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 216
2013 202 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 206
2014 203 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 204
2015 183 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 186
2016 184 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 186
2017 193 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 195
2018 189 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 192
2019 195 2 0 2 0 0 3 0 202
2020 211 3 0 0 0 0 6 0 220
2021 218 2 0 1 0 0 3 0 224
2022 206 2 0 1 0 0 3 0 212
2023 208 1 0 4 0 0 3 0 216
2024 214 1 0 6 0 0 2 0 223

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Bakersfield High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 157 13.4 11.7 n/a
1992 108 10.1 10.6 n/a
1993 105 9.1 11.5 n/a
1994 123 9.9 12.4 0
1995 130 10.9 11.9 n/a
1996 130 10.9 11.9 n/a
1997 165 12.2 13.5 44.2
1998 159 12.9 12.3 37.7
1999 159 14.2 11.2 44.7
2000 168 11.7 14.4 54.2
2001 168 12.8 13.1 58.9
2002 180 12.3 14.6 52.8
2003 180 12.3 14.6 52.8
2004 210 15.4 13.6 60
2005 212 15.2 13.9 62.7
2006 216 15.4 14.0 62.5
2007 201 14.5 13.9 58.7
2008 218 19.2 11.4 62.8
2009 209 18.1 11.5 55
2010 203 20.3 9.9 63.5
2011 209 17.2 12.1 61.7
2012 216 16.5 13.0 57.4
2013 206 16.5 12.4 64.1
2014 204 16.1 12.6 63.7
2015 186 16.0 11.6 55.9
2016 186 16.0 11.6 63.4
2017 195 16.1 12.1 66.2
2018 192 16.8 11.3 69.8
2019 202 17.3 11.6 69.3
2020 220 18.9 11.5 70
2021 224 18.5 12.0 59.8
2022 212 19.6 10.8 55.2
2023 216 20.9 10.3 56
2024 223 19.3 11.5 53.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Bakersfield High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 157 13.4 11.7 n/a
1992 108 10.1 10.6 n/a
1993 105 9.1 11.5 n/a
1994 123 9.9 12.4 0
1995 130 10.9 11.9 n/a
1996 130 10.9 11.9 n/a
1997 165 12.2 13.5 44.2
1998 159 12.9 12.3 37.7
1999 159 14.2 11.2 44.7
2000 168 11.7 14.4 54.2
2001 168 12.8 13.1 58.9
2002 180 12.3 14.6 52.8
2003 180 12.3 14.6 52.8
2004 210 15.4 13.6 60
2005 212 15.2 13.9 62.7
2006 216 15.4 14.0 62.5
2007 201 14.5 13.9 58.7
2008 218 19.2 11.4 62.8
2009 209 18.1 11.5 55
2010 203 20.3 9.9 63.5
2011 209 17.2 12.1 61.7
2012 216 16.5 13.0 57.4
2013 206 16.5 12.4 64.1
2014 204 16.1 12.6 63.7
2015 186 16.0 11.6 55.9
2016 186 16.0 11.6 63.4
2017 195 16.1 12.1 66.2
2018 192 16.8 11.3 69.8
2019 202 17.3 11.6 69.3
2020 220 18.9 11.5 70
2021 224 18.5 12.0 59.8
2022 212 19.6 10.8 55.2
2023 216 20.9 10.3 56
2024 223 19.3 11.5 53.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Bakersfield High

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $197 (1.9%) $10,106 (98.1%) $10,304
2020 $784 (8.1%) $8,934 (91.9%) $9,718
2021 $1,987 (21.9%) $7,092 (78.1%) $9,079
2022 $2,992 (27.4%) $7,928 (72.6%) $10,920

Data source: Missouri Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Bakersfield High

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 372nd of 587 Middle schoolsRanks 166th of 459 Middle schools
 27.2%
Ranks 289th of 460 High schoolsRanks 201st of 352 High schools
 5.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
6th Grade Mathematics (Bakersfield High)37.529.7
 7.8%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Bakersfield R-IV)37.529.7
 7.8%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Missouri)42.541.6
 0.9%
7th Grade Mathematics (Bakersfield High)32.134.4
 2.3%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Bakersfield R-IV)32.134.4
 2.3%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Missouri)3839.5
 1.5%
8th Grade Mathematics (Bakersfield High)29.628.5
 1.1%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Bakersfield R-IV)29.628.5
 1.1%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Missouri)2930
 1%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Bakersfield High)48.154.3
 6.2%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Bakersfield R-IV)48.154.3
 6.2%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Missouri)47.342.7
 4.6%
End of Course Algebra I (Bakersfield High)34.922.2
 12.7%
   End of Course Algebra I (Bakersfield R-IV)34.922.2
 12.7%
   End of Course Algebra I (Missouri)45.341.5
 3.8%
End of Course Biology I (Bakersfield High)3636.9
 0.9%
   End of Course Biology I (Bakersfield R-IV)3636.9
 0.9%
   End of Course Biology I (Missouri)39.238.5
 0.7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students202216
 6.9%
African American21
 50%
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic24
 100%
Pacific Islander00
White195208
 6.7%
Two or More Races33
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients69.3%56%
 13.3%

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In the 2023-24 school year, 223 students attended Bakersfield High.

Students at Bakersfield High are 96% White, 3% Hispanic.

Bakersfield High is fed by the following schools:

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