Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 vs Ridgeview High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.1 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
Ridgeview High
Bakersfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,575 students
| Measure | Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 Bakersfield, California | Ridgeview High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3212 of 5,693 | #805 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #37661 of 50,301 | #13099 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,151 | 2,575 |
| Enrollment | 1,151 | 2,575 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.6% | 71.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 27.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.3 vs 31.1).
- •Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Ridgeview High does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 49%).
- •Ridgeview High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.8% vs 86.6%).
- •Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 27.1).
- •Ridgeview High is the larger school with 2,575 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 Ridgeview 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 Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 and Ridgeview High?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dolores S. Whitley TK-8: 1,151. Ridgeview High: 2,575. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 and Ridgeview High rank in California?
Dolores S. Whitley TK-8 is 3212th of 5,693 and Ridgeview High is 805th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).