Charles H. Castle Elementary vs Fred L. Thompson Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles H. Castle Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
832 students
Fred L. Thompson Junior High
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
714 students
| Measure | Charles H. Castle Elementary Bakersfield, California | Fred L. Thompson Junior High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4298 of 5,693 | #943 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #44441 of 50,301 | #13633 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 832 | 714 |
| Enrollment | 832 | 714 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.8% | 91.6% |
| Students per teacher | 27.7 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 17% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.6 vs 20.8).
- •Charles H. Castle Elementary does better on math proficiency (28% vs 17%).
- •Charles H. Castle Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •Fred L. Thompson Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 93.8%).
- •Fred L. Thompson Junior High does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 27.7).
- •Charles H. Castle Elementary is the larger school with 832 students compared with 714.
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 Charles H. Castle Elementary better than Fred L. Thompson Junior High?
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 Charles H. Castle Elementary and Fred L. Thompson Junior High?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles H. Castle Elementary: 832. Fred L. Thompson Junior High: 714. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles H. Castle Elementary and Fred L. Thompson Junior High rank in California?
Charles H. Castle Elementary is 4298th of 5,693 and Fred L. Thompson Junior High is 943rd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).