What grades does Vista West Continuation High serve?

As a High school, Vista West Continuation High serves students in Bakersfield, CA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Vista West Continuation High located?

You can find Vista West Continuation High in Bakersfield, CA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vista West Continuation High?

At Vista West Continuation High, there are approximately 16.5 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Bakersfield, CA?

Vista West Continuation High is among the schools serving Bakersfield, CA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Vista West Continuation High — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Bakersfield, California|Kern High

Bakersfield, CA 93308

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Mon

Board of Trustees - Regular MeetingEventDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Board of Trustees - Regular MeetingEventDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

Board of Trustees - Annual Organizational MeetingEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

330

Student:Teacher

16.5:1

Locale

Urban

District

Kern High

Econ. Disadvantaged

84.2%

Phone

(661)589-4242

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

Graduation Rate

48%

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Dual Enrollment

5 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 20.9:1

Near average in CA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

17.9

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,536

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,780

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$23,494

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 67%Local 23%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$358,484

-0.5% 1yr+36.2% 5yr

Bakersfield, CA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

32.2%

Below 150% poverty line

8.6%

Unemployment rate

7.8%

Uninsured residents

24.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

5,378

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

5,378

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,489 (46%)

Autism

829 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

800 (15%)

Intellectual Disability

656 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

198 (4%)

Speech/Language Impairment

148 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

375

Current enrollment

Growing(+39% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting

Event

Mon, Nov 2, 2026

Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting

Event

Mon, Dec 14, 2026

Board of Trustees - Annual Organizational Meeting

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Kern High. Vista West Continuation High follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Board of Trustees - Regular MeetingDistrict-wide 2nd Tuesday in September Read more	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Board of Trustees - Regular MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Board of Trustees - Regular MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Board of Trustees - Annual Organizational MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—