Buena Vista Elementary vs Old River Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buena Vista Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
713 students
Old River Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
795 students
| Measure | Buena Vista Elementary Bakersfield, California | Old River Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2259 of 5,693 | #2279 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #29311 of 50,301 | #29544 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 713 | 795 |
| Enrollment | 713 | 795 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.8% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 48% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (43.9 vs 43.6).
- •Old River Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 56%).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.8% vs 76%).
- •Old River Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.8 vs 26.4).
- •Old River Elementary is the larger school with 795 students compared with 713.
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 Buena Vista Elementary better than Old River 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 Buena Vista Elementary and Old River Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buena Vista Elementary: 713. Old River Elementary: 795. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buena Vista Elementary and Old River Elementary rank in California?
Buena Vista Elementary is 2259th of 5,693 and Old River Elementary is 2279th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).