Below Average
#1572 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Brethren Heritage School
School
3549 DAKOTA AVE, Modesto, CA 95358
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,572 of 1,787
In Modesto
#7 of 7
public schools
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About Brethren Heritage School
Brethren Heritage School is a private school in Modesto, CA. Brethren Heritage School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brethren Heritage School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,572 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, Brethren Heritage School 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.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Brethren Heritage School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brethren Heritage School 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 Brethren Heritage School compares to 71 public schools serving similar grades in Modesto, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brethren Heritage School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Mildred Perkins Elementary | 8.2 |
| Hart-Ransom Elementary | 7.1 |
| Hart-Ransom Charter | 7.1 |
| Josephine Chrysler Elementary | 4.5 |
| Mary Lou Dieterich Elementary | 6.5 |
| Prescott Junior High | 6.3 |
| Joseph A. Gregori High | 5.6 |
| Great Valley Academy - Salida | 5.4 |
| Stanislaus County West Campus | 6.3 |
| Agnes M. Baptist Elementary | 7.9 |
| George Eisenhut Elementary | 4.3 |
| Alberta Martone Elementary | 5.3 |
| Stanislaus Elementary | 7.3 |
| William Garrison Elementary | 3.2 |
| Catherine Everett Elementary | 4.9 |
| Great Valley Academy | 6.3 |
| Grace M. Davis High | 4.4 |
| Woodrow Elementary | 5.0 |
| John Fremont Elementary | 6.0 |
| Elihu Beard Elementary | 3.6 |
Showing 20 of 71 schools. View all schools in Modesto
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
3549 DAKOTA AVE, Modesto, CA 95358
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brethren Heritage School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MODESTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hart-Ransom Charter (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stanislaus County West Campus (rated 6.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Modesto, see our Modesto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brethren Heritage School Modesto | 0.0 mi | — |
| Dena Boer Salida | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Mildred Perkins Elementary Modesto | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Castillo Christian School Salida | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher Modesto | 1.3 mi | — |
| SIERRA VISTA KIRK BAUCHER SCHOOL Modesto | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SIERRA VISTA KIRK BAUCHER SCHOOL Modesto | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Salida Elementary Salida | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Hart-Ransom Elementary Modesto | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Hart-Ransom Charter Modesto | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Sisk Elementary Salida | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Joseph A. Gregori High Modesto | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Josephine Chrysler Elementary Modesto | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Salida Middle School - Vella Campus Salida | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Mary Lou Dieterich Elementary Modesto | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| MODESTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Modesto | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Great Valley Academy - Salida Modesto | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Prescott Junior High Modesto | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Stanislaus County West Campus Modesto | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| HIGHER PSP Modesto | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95358 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,434
Median Home Value
$401,100
Median Rent
$1,553/mo
Population
30,994
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
31.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brethren Heritage School
What grades does Brethren Heritage School serve?
Brethren Heritage School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Brethren Heritage School?
Brethren Heritage School has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brethren Heritage School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brethren Heritage School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Brethren Heritage School rank in CA?
Brethren Heritage School ranks #1,572 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Brethren Heritage School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brethren Heritage School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brethren Heritage School a private school?
Yes, Brethren Heritage School is a private coeducational school with a Brethren affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Brethren Heritage School a religious school?
Brethren Heritage School has a Brethren religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Brethren
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Stanislaus County
- Phone
- (209) 543-7860
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