Emerson Middle vs McKinley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 197 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Middle
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
813 students
McKinley Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
628 students
| Measure | Emerson Middle Bakersfield, California | McKinley Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1316 of 1,334 | #5380 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15257 of 15,369 | #49101 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 813 | 628 |
| Enrollment | 813 | 628 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.2% | 97.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 19% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKinley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.3 vs 7.3).
- •McKinley Elementary does better on math proficiency (19% vs 7%).
- •McKinley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 21%).
- •Emerson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.2% vs 97.6%).
- •McKinley Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 22.0).
- •Emerson Middle is the larger school with 813 students compared with 628.
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 Emerson Middle better than McKinley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), McKinley Elementary ranks higher (11.3 vs 7.3 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 Emerson Middle and McKinley Elementary?
About 197 m in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Middle: 813. McKinley Elementary: 628. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Middle and McKinley Elementary rank in California?
Emerson Middle is 1316th of 1,334 and McKinley Elementary is 5380th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).