Kernville Elementary

Kernville Union Elementary
13550 Sierra Way
Kernville, CA 93238
105 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Kernville Elementary School, located in the scenic mountain community of Kernville, California, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Kernville Union School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and a strong sense of community. By prioritizing foundational skills in core subjects, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success while encouraging active participation and social responsibility.

Beyond its focus on classroom instruction, Kernville Elementary is known for its commitment to creating a well-rounded educational experience. The school leverages its unique location near the Kern River and the surrounding Sierra Nevada landscape to integrate local community values into its culture. With a focus on collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and students, Kernville Elementary strives to maintain a safe, inclusive atmosphere where every child is empowered to reach their full potential.
105
Total Students
4.3
Full-Time Teachers
24.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    70 (66.7%)
  • Hispanic
    30 (28.6%)
  • American Indian
    3 (2.9%)
  • Asian
    1 (1.0%)
  • Two or More
    1 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Kernville Union Elementary
Phone: (760)376-2249
Website: http://www.kernvilleusd.org/kes/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 105
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 4.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 24.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 66
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 16

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 19
Grade 1 18
Grade 2 19
Grade 3 14
Grade 4 18
Grade 5 17
Gender Ratio