Central Academy of Arts and Technology vs Downtown Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 624 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Academy of Arts and Technology
Bakersfield · Charter other · Grades K–12
179 students
Downtown Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–8
317 students
| Measure | Central Academy of Arts and Technology Bakersfield, California | Downtown Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | – | #604 of 5,693 |
| National rank | – | #8635 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 179 | 317 |
| Enrollment | 179 | 317 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.9% | 31.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 82% |
| Math proficiency | – | 67% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Downtown Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.2% vs 65.9%).
- •Central Academy of Arts and Technology does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 22.6).
- •Downtown Elementary is the larger school with 317 students compared with 179.
- •Central Academy of Arts and Technology is a charter school while Downtown Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Central Academy of Arts and Technology better than Downtown 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 Central Academy of Arts and Technology and Downtown Elementary?
About 624 m in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Academy of Arts and Technology: 179. Downtown Elementary: 317. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Academy of Arts and Technology and Downtown Elementary rank in California?
Central Academy of Arts and Technology is unranked and Downtown Elementary is 604th of 5,693 among other schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).