Below Average

#1736 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Country Christian School

Elementary School

2416 DEAN AVE, Bakersfield, CA 93312

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

217

Student-Teacher

24.1:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

217

Student-Teacher

24.1:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,736 of 1,787

In Bakersfield

#12 of 13

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About Country Christian School

Country Christian School is a private elementary school in Bakersfield, CA. Country Christian School serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Country Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,736 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares2.1 pts below CA schools

4.1

This school 4.1 · Below Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Country Christian School runs 24.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Country Christian 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

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How Country Christian School compares to 127 public schools serving similar grades in Bakersfield, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

24.1:1

This School

21.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

217

This School

677

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.1

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 13.8% vs 0%

Black 4.1% vs 0%

Asian 2.3% vs 0%

Country Christian School Bakersfield Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Country Christian School (this school)	—	217	24.1:1	4.1
Fruitvale Junior High	0.5 mi	708	21.5:1	6.9
Endeavour Elementary	0.9 mi	716	21.7:1	6.9
Rosedale-North Elementary	1.0 mi	527	18.2:1	7.5
American Elementary	1.2 mi	737	23:1	7.0
Independence Elementary	1.2 mi	717	23.9:1	6.4
Rosedale Middle	1.3 mi	768	21.9:1	7.3
Columbia Elementary	1.4 mi	594	21.2:1	5.2
Patriot Elementary	1.7 mi	918	23.5:1	5.6
Freedom Middle	1.7 mi	731	22.8:1	7.6
Almondale Elementary	1.8 mi	660	22:1	6.5
Discovery Elementary	2.1 mi	722	20.6:1	5.8
William B. Bimat Elementary	2.2 mi	502	19.3:1	6.8
Ronald Reagan Elementary	2.5 mi	843	24.1:1	7.9
Quailwood Elementary	2.5 mi	338	21.1:1	6.8
Centennial Elementary	2.6 mi	546	19.5:1	7.4
Veterans Elementary	2.7 mi	950	23.8:1	6.5
Stockdale Elementary	2.7 mi	589	23.6:1	6.1
Olive Drive Elementary	2.8 mi	785	23.8:1	5.5
Norris Middle	3.0 mi	931	25.2:1	6.1
Norris Elementary	3.1 mi	823	23.5:1	6.0

Showing 20 of 127 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

Preliminary

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

C- 1.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 24.1:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,157

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 38%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 217

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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 77.4%

Hispanic 13.8%

Black 4.1%

Asian 2.3%

Two or More 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2416 DEAN AVE, Bakersfield, CA 93312

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Country Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ronald Reagan Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rosedale-North Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, American Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Country Christian School Bakersfield	0.0 mi	166	—
Fruitvale Junior High Bakersfield	0.5 mi	708	6.9
Sports Outside the Box Bakersfield	0.7 mi	6	—
Endeavour Elementary Bakersfield	0.9 mi	716	6.9
Rosedale-North Elementary Bakersfield	1.0 mi	527	7.5
American Elementary Bakersfield	1.2 mi	737	7.0
Liberty High Bakersfield	1.3 mi	2,355	6.9
Columbia Elementary Bakersfield	1.4 mi	594	5.2
Independence Elementary Bakersfield	1.2 mi	717	6.4
Rosedale Middle Bakersfield	1.3 mi	768	7.3
Centennial High Bakersfield	1.6 mi	2,237	6.0
Almondale Elementary Bakersfield	1.8 mi	660	6.5
Freedom Middle Bakersfield	1.7 mi	731	7.6
Patriot Elementary Bakersfield	1.7 mi	918	5.6
Golden State Academy Bakersfield	2.0 mi	6	—
William B. Bimat Elementary Bakersfield	2.2 mi	502	6.8
Vista West Continuation High Bakersfield	1.9 mi	330	3.6
Discovery Elementary Bakersfield	2.1 mi	722	5.8
Providence Classical Academy Bakersfield	2.1 mi	42	—
Ronald Reagan Elementary Bakersfield	2.5 mi	843	7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,654

Median Home Value

$420,500

Median Rent

$1,958/mo

Population

58,265

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Country Christian School

What grades does Country Christian School serve?

Country Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Country Christian School?

Country Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Country Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Country Christian School is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Country Christian School rank in CA?

Country Christian School ranks #1,736 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Country Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Country Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Country Christian School a private school?

Yes, Country Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Country Christian School a religious school?

Country Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 44 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 217
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 24.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Kern County
Phone: (661) 589-4703

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