RIDGEVIEW HIGH SCHOOL

Ridgeview High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Kern High school district, located in Bakersfield, CA with about 2,529 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 101 teachers, Ridgeview High has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Ridgeview High School, located at 8501 Stine Road in Bakersfield, California, is a prominent secondary institution serving the local community as part of the Kern High School District. Known for its comprehensive academic curriculum and commitment to student development, the school offers a wide array of programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the professional workforce. The campus fosters a vibrant school culture, emphasizing academic excellence alongside extracurricular engagement to help students cultivate a well-rounded educational experience.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Ridgeview High is recognized for its active participation in athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs, which serve to bolster school spirit and student leadership. The administration and faculty focus on providing a supportive environment that addresses the diverse needs of its student body, utilizing various resources to ensure success in a rapidly changing world. For families and students seeking detailed information on enrollment, academic calendars, or specific department resources, the school maintains an official website at http://ridgeview.kernhigh.org.

For more information, contact Ridgeview High at (661) 398-3100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8501 Stine Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93313-9782
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RIDGEVIEW HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Bakersfield, CA with about 2,529 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Kern High
Total Students:
2,529
Teachers:
101.44
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,529 students

Hispanic/Latino
68.6%
White
12.1%
Black or African American
9.1%
Asian
9.0%
Two or more races
0.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.