Veterans Elementary

www.norris.k12.ca.us

1,002 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Veterans Elementary is a public school located in the northwest area of Bakersfield, California, serving students as part of the Norris School District. Situated in a suburban neighborhood, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and a strong sense of community. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while preparing students for success in their future educational endeavors.

The school is known for its commitment to providing a well-rounded experience, often incorporating extracurricular opportunities and programs that encourage student engagement. By maintaining a focus on the partnership between educators, students, and families, Veterans Elementary works to create a positive school culture where students feel encouraged to reach their full potential. For more information regarding school events, district policies, or specific academic programs, parents and community members can visit the official Norris School District website.

1,002

Total Students

43.3

Full-Time Teachers

23.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

38.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Veterans Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	368
Hispanic	492
Black	27
Asian	62
Two or More	52
American Indian	1

Hispanic
492 (49.1%)
White
368 (36.7%)
Asian
62 (6.2%)
Two or More
52 (5.2%)
Black
27 (2.7%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

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:	Norris Elementary
Phone:	(661)387-7050
Website:	http://www.norris.k12.ca.us
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	1,002
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	43.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	353
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	28

* 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 189

Grade 1 127

Grade 2 140

Grade 3 115

Grade 4 135

Grade 5 159

Grade 6 137