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Free Will Christian Academy
School
155 REDWOOD DR, Shafter, CA 93263
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Free Will Christian Academy
School in Shafter · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Free Will Christian Academy
Free Will Christian Academy is a private school in Shafter, CA. Free Will Christian Academy serves approximately 26 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 26 students, Free Will Christian 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.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Free Will Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Free Will Christian 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 Free Will Christian Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Shafter, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Free Will Christian Academy (this school) | — |
| Richland Junior High | 6.4 |
| Redwood Elementary | 6.2 |
| Shafter High | 6.7 |
| Central Valley High (Continuation) | 5.3 |
| Sequoia Elementary | 6.9 |
| Golden Oak Elementary | 7.3 |
| Maple Elementary | 6.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Private · Baptist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Address
- 155 REDWOOD DR, Shafter, CA 93263
- Phone
- (661) 746-9120
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
155 REDWOOD DR, Shafter, CA 93263
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Free Will Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Rio Bravo Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Bakersfield). Another option is Teresa Burke Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Wasco). Additionally, Rio Bravo-Greeley Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Bakersfield). For more schools in Shafter, see our Shafter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Elementary Shafter | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Richland Junior High Shafter | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Valley High (Continuation) Shafter | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Shafter High Shafter | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Sequoia Elementary Shafter | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Golden Oak Elementary Shafter | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Little Hands Academy Shafter | 0.9 mi | — |
| Grow Academy Shafter Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Stage’s Family School Shafter | 2.1 mi | — |
| Maple Elementary Shafter | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Rio Bravo Elementary Bakersfield | 6.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Rio Bravo-Greeley Elementary Bakersfield | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Teresa Burke Elementary Wasco | 6.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Wasco Independence High Wasco | 6.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wasco | 6.7 mi | — |
| Rosewall Christian Academy Bakersfield | 7.2 mi | — |
| Karl F. Clemens Elementary Wasco | 6.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Palm Avenue Middle Wasco | 6.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Wasco | 7.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Wasco High Wasco | 7.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93263 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,774
Median Home Value
$301,900
Median Rent
$1,182/mo
Population
23,423
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
28.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Free Will Christian Academy
What grades does Free Will Christian Academy serve?
Free Will Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Free Will Christian Academy?
Free Will Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Free Will Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Free Will Christian Academy is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Free Will Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Free Will Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Free Will Christian Academy a religious school?
Free Will Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 140 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Kern County
- Phone
- (661) 746-9120
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