Independence Elementary vs Rosedale-North Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
709 students
Rosedale-North Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
537 students
| Measure | Independence Elementary Bakersfield, California | Rosedale-North Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1332 of 5,693 | #1528 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #17800 of 50,301 | #20230 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 709 | 537 |
| Enrollment | 709 | 537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.6% | 49.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 54% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.6 vs 57.1).
- •Independence Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 54%).
- •Independence Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 49.7%).
- •Rosedale-North Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 23.6).
- •Independence Elementary is the larger school with 709 students compared with 537.
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 Independence Elementary better than Rosedale-North Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Elementary ranks higher (60.6 vs 57.1 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 Independence Elementary and Rosedale-North Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Elementary: 709. Rosedale-North Elementary: 537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Elementary and Rosedale-North Elementary rank in California?
Independence Elementary is 1332nd of 5,693 and Rosedale-North Elementary is 1528th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).