Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 vs Golden Valley High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dolores S. Whitley TK-8
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,151 students
Golden Valley High
Bakersfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,228 students
| Measure | Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 Bakersfield, California | Golden Valley High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3212 of 5,693 | #1086 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #37661 of 50,301 | #15113 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,151 | 2,228 |
| Enrollment | 1,151 | 2,228 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.6% | 90.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 15% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.3 vs 21.0).
- •Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 does better on math proficiency (37% vs 15%).
- •Golden Valley High does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 49%).
- •Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.6% vs 90.8%).
- •Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 23.5).
- •Golden Valley High is the larger school with 2,228 students compared with 1,151.
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 Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 better than Golden Valley High?
On the Success Index (US), Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 ranks higher (31.3 vs 21.0 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 Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 and Golden Valley High?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dolores S. Whitley TK-8: 1,151. Golden Valley High: 2,228. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 and Golden Valley High rank in California?
Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 is 3212th of 5,693 and Golden Valley High is 1086th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).