Downtown Elementary vs Rafer Johnson Childrens Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downtown Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–8
317 students
Rafer Johnson Childrens Center
Bakersfield · Public other
| Measure | Downtown Elementary Bakersfield, California | Rafer Johnson Childrens Center Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #604 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #8635 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | – |
| Students | 317 | – |
| Enrollment | 317 | – |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.2% | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | – |
| Math proficiency | 67% | – |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
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 Downtown Elementary better than Rafer Johnson Childrens Center?
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 Downtown Elementary and Rafer Johnson Childrens Center?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
How do Downtown Elementary and Rafer Johnson Childrens Center rank in California?
Downtown Elementary is 604th of 5,693 and Rafer Johnson Childrens Center is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).