American Elementary vs Independence Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
701 students
Independence Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
709 students
| Measure | American Elementary Bakersfield, California | Independence Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #879 of 5,693 | #1332 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12044 of 50,301 | #17800 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 701 | 709 |
| Enrollment | 701 | 709 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 29.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 55% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •American Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.9 vs 60.6).
- •American Elementary does better on math proficiency (66% vs 55%).
- •American Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 59%).
- •Independence Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 37.2%).
- •American Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 23.6).
- •Independence Elementary is the larger school with 709 students compared with 701.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is American Elementary better than Independence Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), American Elementary ranks higher (68.9 vs 60.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are American Elementary and Independence Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Elementary: 701. Independence Elementary: 709. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Elementary and Independence Elementary rank in California?
American Elementary is 879th of 5,693 and Independence Elementary is 1332nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).