LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Longfellow Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bakersfield City school district, located in Bakersfield, CA with about 828 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, Longfellow Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Longfellow Elementary School, located at 1900 Stockton Street in Bakersfield, California, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Bakersfield City School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, student development, and community engagement. By providing a structured curriculum, Longfellow aims to prepare its diverse student body for future educational success while encouraging social and emotional development in a supportive campus setting.

Beyond the classroom, the school leverages its position within the Bakersfield community to offer resources and programs that enhance the overall student experience. The school’s official website provides families with essential information regarding academic expectations, district policies, and extracurricular opportunities, reinforcing the partnership between parents, educators, and the community. Longfellow remains dedicated to maintaining high standards of instruction and creating a welcoming space where young learners can build the necessary skills to thrive in an evolving academic landscape.

For more information, contact Longfellow Elementary at (661) 631-5350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.