BAKERSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

BAKERSFIELD HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the BAKERSFIELD R-IV school district, located in BAKERSFIELD, MO with about 192 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 16 teachers, BAKERSFIELD HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

BAKERSFIELD HIGH School is a small, rural public secondary school located in Bakersfield, Missouri. As the heart of the Bakersfield R-IV School District, the institution serves a close-knit community in Ozark County, focusing on providing a foundational education for students in a supportive, small-town environment. The school prioritizes academic development, character building, and preparing students for life beyond high school, whether they choose to enter the workforce, military, or higher education.

Because of its rural setting, the school often plays a central role in the local community, fostering strong relationships between students, faculty, and area residents. Like many schools of its size, BAKERSFIELD HIGH emphasizes extracurricular participation and personal attention, utilizing its small student-to-teacher ratio to ensure that learners receive individualized support. For more information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district announcements, visitors can refer to their official website at http://bakersfield.k12.mo.us.

For more information, contact BAKERSFIELD HIGH at (417) 284-3744 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.