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#1053 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Bakersfield Adventist Academy
School
3333 BERNARD ST, Bakersfield, CA 93306
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,053 of 1,787
In Bakersfield
#4 of 13
public schools
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About Bakersfield Adventist Academy
Bakersfield Adventist Academy is a private school in Bakersfield, CA. Bakersfield Adventist Academy serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bakersfield Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,053 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Bakersfield Adventist Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Bakersfield Adventist Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bakersfield Adventist Academy compares to 147 public schools serving similar grades in Bakersfield, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bakersfield Adventist Academy (this school) | 6.0 |
| Harding Elementary | 4.4 |
| Compton Junior High | 4.6 |
| Colonel Howard Nichols Elementary | 5.0 |
| College Heights Elementary | 4.0 |
| East Bakersfield High | 5.7 |
| Horace Mann Elementary | 5.5 |
| Henry Eissler Elementary | 5.3 |
| Chipman Junior High | 5.8 |
| Ramon Garza Elementary | 5.0 |
| Sierra Middle | 4.8 |
| Highland High | 5.9 |
| Washington Middle | 3.6 |
| Williams Elementary | 3.7 |
| Myra A. Noble Elementary | 4.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 6.0 |
| Pioneer Drive Elementary | 5.7 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary | 3.6 |
| Virginia Avenue Elementary | 7.3 |
| Hort Elementary | 4.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Jr. High | 3.3 |
Showing 20 of 147 schools. View all schools in Bakersfield
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3333 BERNARD ST, Bakersfield, CA 93306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bakersfield Adventist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BETHEL CHRISTIAN (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Highland High (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield Adventist Academy Bakersfield | 0.0 mi | — |
| Harding Elementary Bakersfield | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Compton Junior High Bakersfield | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bakersfield | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Colonel Howard Nichols Elementary Bakersfield | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| East Bakersfield High Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| College Heights Elementary Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| NIGRITIAN ACADEMY Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | — |
| Tehillah Christian Academy Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | — |
| Ramon Garza Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Henry Eissler Elementary Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Sierra Middle Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Chipman Junior High Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Williams Elementary Bakersfield | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Highland High Bakersfield | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Washington Middle Bakersfield | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Myra A. Noble Elementary Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,988
Median Home Value
$290,700
Median Rent
$1,219/mo
Population
73,370
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
32.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bakersfield Adventist Academy
What grades does Bakersfield Adventist Academy serve?
Bakersfield Adventist Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Bakersfield Adventist Academy?
Bakersfield Adventist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bakersfield Adventist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bakersfield Adventist Academy is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bakersfield Adventist Academy rank in CA?
Bakersfield Adventist Academy ranks #1,053 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Bakersfield Adventist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bakersfield Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bakersfield Adventist Academy a private school?
Yes, Bakersfield Adventist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bakersfield Adventist Academy a religious school?
Bakersfield Adventist Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kern County
- Phone
- (661) 871-1591
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