For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,664 students in 93309, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 93309, CA are West High School and Kern Workforce 2000 Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 93309 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 93309, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 93309 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93309, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 New Stine Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-2822
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 832-2822
Gr: 9-12 | 2,090 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Kern Workforce 2000 Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5801 Sundale Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 827-3158
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 827-3158
Gr: 9-12 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
93309, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Able Center (High) (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
5801 Sundale Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 396-4420
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 396-4420
Gr: 12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 93309, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 93309, CA include West High School and Kern Workforce 2000 Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 93309?
2 public high schools are located in 93309.
What is the racial composition of students in 93309?
93309 public high schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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