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#1586 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Bakersfield Christian High School

High School

12775 STOCKDALE HWY, Bakersfield, CA 93314

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 146 schools in Bakersfield. Learn more

Enrollment

622

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Bakersfield

#11 of 13

public schools

California high schools

#253 of 277

About Bakersfield Christian High School

Bakersfield Christian High School is a public high school located at 12775 Stockdale Highway in Bakersfield, California. The school serves students from ninth to twelfth grade with an enrollment of 622 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.7:1. With 35 full-time equivalent teachers, the school aims to provide personalized attention to each student.

Bakersfield Christian High School has a MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10, placing it in the 16th percentile among California schools based on its state ranking at #1513 out of 1790 high schools statewide. Although specific test score data is not available, the school focuses on student development and offers a variety of programs to support academic growth. Bakersfield Christian High School is situated in a large city setting, offering students access to diverse cultural and extracurricular opportunities.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Bakersfield Christian High School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$17,901
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$19,302
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.08x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
90%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$25.3M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 622 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bakersfield Christian High School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Bakersfield, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
This School
vs
21.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
622
This School
vs
1,655
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 61.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 19.8% vs 0%
Asian 4.8% vs 0%
Black 4% vs 0%
Bakersfield Christian High School Bakersfield Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Bakersfield Christian High School (this school) 4.9
Liberty High 6.5
Stockdale High 6.6
Vista West Continuation High 5.9
Centennial High 4.8
Kern Workforce 2000 Academy 6.6
Frontier High 6.0
West High 4.5
Independence High 5.2
Bakersfield High 3.6
Ridgeview High 5.0
Kern County Community 6.5
Kern County Juvenile Court 6.1
Kern County Special Education 5.6
Valley Oaks Charter 7.0
South High 6.3
Vista Continuation High 7.0
North High 4.6
Golden Valley High 6.4
Del Oro High
East Bakersfield High 5.9

Showing 20 of 24 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

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,211
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 55%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 622
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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)

White 61.9%
Hispanic 19.8%
Two or More 7.6%
Asian 4.8%
Black 4.0%
Native American 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12775 STOCKDALE HWY, Bakersfield, CA 93314

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bakersfield Christian High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Stockdale High (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty High (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Highgate Elementary Bakersfield 1.0 mi 7.2
Del Rio Elementary Bakersfield 1.0 mi 5.4
Liberty High Bakersfield 1.3 mi 6.5
Ronald Reagan Elementary Bakersfield 1.2 mi 6.7
Centennial Elementary Bakersfield 1.7 mi 4.5
American Elementary Bakersfield 1.7 mi 4.2
Independence Elementary Bakersfield 2.0 mi 5.2
Rosedale Middle Bakersfield 2.1 mi 5.5
Stockdale High Bakersfield 2.0 mi 6.6
Sports Outside the Box Bakersfield 2.5 mi
COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bakersfield 2.6 mi 4.1
Country Christian School Bakersfield 2.6 mi
Columbia Elementary Bakersfield 2.3 mi 5.3
Rosedale-North Elementary Bakersfield 2.9 mi 4.9
Leo B. Hart Elementary Bakersfield 2.5 mi 7.4
Fruitvale Junior High Bakersfield 2.7 mi 6.0
Earl Warren Junior High Bakersfield 3.0 mi 7.1
Old River Elementary Bakersfield 3.0 mi 6.8
Christa McAuliffe Elementary Bakersfield 2.8 mi 5.0
Providence Classical Academy Bakersfield 3.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,911

Median Home Value

$506,800

Median Rent

$1,909/mo

Population

34,997

College Educated

36.4%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

35.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bakersfield Christian High School has a median household income of $127,911. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $506,800, with a median rent of $1,909/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bakersfield Christian High School

What grades does Bakersfield Christian High School serve?

Bakersfield Christian High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bakersfield Christian High School?

Bakersfield Christian High School has an enrollment of approximately 622 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bakersfield Christian High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bakersfield Christian High School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bakersfield Christian High School rank in CA?

Bakersfield Christian High School is ranked #1586 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Bakersfield Christian High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bakersfield Christian High School has a composite rating of 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bakersfield Christian High School a private school?

Yes, Bakersfield Christian High School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious 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 Christian High School a religious school?

Bakersfield Christian High School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,028/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bakersfield). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
622
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Large City
County
KERN
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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