Caroline Harris Elementary vs William Penn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Caroline Harris Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
587 students
William Penn Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
235 students
| Measure | Caroline Harris Elementary Bakersfield, California | William Penn Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4481 of 5,693 | #3078 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45386 of 50,301 | #36705 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 587 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 587 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.3% | 92.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 32% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William Penn Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.9 vs 19.1).
- •William Penn Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 21%).
- •William Penn Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •Caroline Harris Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.3% vs 92.3%).
- •William Penn Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 19.6).
- •Caroline Harris Elementary is the larger school with 587 students compared with 235.
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 Caroline Harris Elementary better than William Penn Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), William Penn Elementary ranks higher (32.9 vs 19.1 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 Caroline Harris Elementary and William Penn Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Caroline Harris Elementary: 587. William Penn Elementary: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Caroline Harris Elementary and William Penn Elementary rank in California?
Caroline Harris Elementary is 4481st of 5,693 and William Penn Elementary is 3078th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).