STANDARD MIDDLE SCHOOL

Standard Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Standard Elementary school district, located in Bakersfield, CA with about 971 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 42 teachers, Standard Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Standard Middle School, located at 1222 N. Chester Ave. in Bakersfield, California, serves the Oildale community as part of the Standard School District. As a middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8, the institution focuses on providing a foundational academic environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school readiness. The school is situated in a central part of the North Bakersfield area, functioning as a primary hub for local adolescents.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student growth, offering a curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like English, mathematics, science, and history, often supplemented by elective courses and extracurricular programs designed to foster student engagement. Like many schools in the Standard District, it strives to maintain a supportive learning culture that emphasizes community involvement and academic achievement, preparing its student body to transition successfully into the local high school system.

For more information, contact Standard Middle at (661) 392-2130 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.