American Elementary vs Ronald Reagan Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 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
Ronald Reagan Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
831 students
| Measure | American Elementary Bakersfield, California | Ronald Reagan Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #879 of 5,693 | #859 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12044 of 50,301 | #11820 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 701 | 831 |
| Enrollment | 701 | 831 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 42.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 68% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (68.9 vs 69.3).
- •Ronald Reagan Elementary does better on math proficiency (68% vs 66%).
- •Ronald Reagan Elementary does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 71%).
- •American Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 42.7%).
- •American Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 25.2).
- •Ronald Reagan Elementary is the larger school with 831 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 Ronald Reagan Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are American Elementary and Ronald Reagan Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Elementary: 701. Ronald Reagan Elementary: 831. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Elementary and Ronald Reagan Elementary rank in California?
American Elementary is 879th of 5,693 and Ronald Reagan Elementary is 859th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).