Centennial High vs William B. Bimat Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Centennial High
Bakersfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,212 students
William B. Bimat Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
552 students
| Measure | Centennial High Bakersfield, California | William B. Bimat Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #331 of 1,343 | #1707 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7414 of 16,910 | #22542 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,212 | 552 |
| Enrollment | 2,212 | 552 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.5% | 48% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 51% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (53.6 vs 53.8).
- •William B. Bimat Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 39%).
- •Centennial High does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 57%).
- •Centennial High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.5% vs 48%).
- •William B. Bimat Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 25.4).
- •Centennial High is the larger school with 2,212 students compared with 552.
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 Centennial High better than William B. Bimat 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 Centennial High and William B. Bimat Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centennial High: 2,212. William B. Bimat Elementary: 552. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centennial High and William B. Bimat Elementary rank in California?
Centennial High is 331st of 1,343 and William B. Bimat Elementary is 1707th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).