At-a-glance snapshot, compared to state averages where available
State avg: 489
746
Total Enrollment
State avg: 65%
97%+32pp
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.9:1
Student : Teacher
Public
Sector
No
Title I
District
Governance
7–8
Grade Span
Middle
Level
Overview
Sequoia Jr. High is a public middle serving grades 7–8 in Bakersfield, California. The school enrolls 746 students. It is part of the Bakersfield City district.
Source: NCES CCD (2023)
Strengths & Things to Consider
Indicators pulled CCD and benchmarked against California state averages. This is not a ranking — different families value different things.
Things to Consider
Higher share of students from low-income families
97% free/reduced-lunch eligibility — schools in this range benefit from strong parent engagement programs
Key Facts
SectorPublic
School TypeRegular
LevelMiddle
Grade Span7–8
DistrictBakersfield City
County6029
CityBakersfield
ZIP93304
CharterNo
MagnetNo
Title INo
NCES School ID060363007099
Student Demographics
Total Enrollment746
White0.0%
Hispanic / Latino86.8%
Black / African American0.3%
Asian7.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native3.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
Two or More Races1.7%
Race / Ethnicity Distribution
White
0.0%
Hispanic
86.8%
Black
0.3%
Asian
7.9%
Two+
1.7%
Source: NCES CCD (2023)
Equity & Title I
In the United States, Free/Reduced Lunch (FRL) eligibility is the primary federal proxy for student poverty. Schools with 40% or more FRL-eligible students typically qualify for Title I school-wide programs.