Lakeside vs Ridgeview High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 7.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakeside
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–8
892 students
Ridgeview High
Bakersfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,575 students
| Measure | Lakeside Bakersfield, California | Ridgeview High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3164 of 5,693 | #805 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #37360 of 50,301 | #13099 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 892 | 2,575 |
| Enrollment | 892 | 2,575 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 71.8% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 27.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 22% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.8 vs 31.1).
- •Lakeside does better on math proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Ridgeview High does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 47%).
- •Lakeside does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 71.8%).
- •Lakeside does better on students per teacher (24.8 vs 27.1).
- •Ridgeview High is the larger school with 2,575 students compared with 892.
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 Lakeside 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 Lakeside and Ridgeview High?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakeside: 892. Ridgeview High: 2,575. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakeside and Ridgeview High rank in California?
Lakeside is 3164th of 5,693 and Ridgeview High is 805th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).