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Welcome to the Bakersfield City School District

The Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) is located in Kern County, a community historically known for its rich oil and fertile agricultural lands. A primarily rural county with large areas of undeveloped land, but also a growing urbanized area surrounded by smaller communities. The county is home to 47 different school districts, Bakersfield City School District being the largest elementary school district in the county, serving upwards of 28,000 students.

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Portrait of a Graduate

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