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Heritage Oak School

School

20915 SCHOUT RD, Tehachapi, CA 93561

Private

Enrollment

135

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,204 of 1,787

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Heritage Oak School

5.8/10

School in Tehachapi · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Golden Hills Elementary

2.7/10

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3.9/10

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About Heritage Oak School

Heritage Oak School is a private school in Tehachapi, CA. Heritage Oak School serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Oak School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,204 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.5 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 135 students, Heritage Oak 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.

Heritage Oak 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.

Heritage Oak School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Heritage Oak School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Tehachapi, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
This School
vs
23.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
135
This School
vs
601
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
4.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.7% vs 0%
Asian 0.7% vs 0%
Heritage Oak School Tehachapi Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Heritage Oak School (this school) 5.8
Golden Hills Elementary 2.7
Tompkins Elementary 3.9
EPIC de Cesar Chavez 5.6
Tehachapi Independent Learning Academy 3.6
Jacobsen Middle 3.6
Monroe High (Continuation) 6.7
Tehachapi High 5.2
Cummings Valley Elementary 5.9

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,252.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 18%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 135
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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 90.4%
Hispanic 6.7%
Two or More 2.2%
Asian 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

20915 SCHOUT RD, Tehachapi, CA 93561

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Oak School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Haven Drive Middle (rated 7.6/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Arvin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monroe High (Continuation) (rated 6.7/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sierra Vista Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Arvin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tehachapi, see our Tehachapi schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Golden Hills Elementary Tehachapi 1.1 mi 2.7
Tompkins Elementary Tehachapi 3.1 mi 3.9
EPIC de Cesar Chavez Tehachapi 3.3 mi 5.6
Tehachapi Independent Learning Academy Tehachapi 3.7 mi 3.6
Jacobsen Middle Tehachapi 3.9 mi 3.6
Tehachapi High Tehachapi 3.9 mi 5.2
Monroe High (Continuation) Tehachapi 3.9 mi 6.7
Cummings Valley Elementary Tehachapi 4.3 mi 5.9
Mountain Top Ranch Tehachapi 5.6 mi
St John Bosco Tehachapi 7.6 mi
Covenant Christian School Tehachapi 9.6 mi
Piute Mountain Elementary Caliente 17.2 mi 5.4
Di Giorgio Elementary Arvin 18.1 mi 5.8
Sierra Vista Elementary Arvin 19.2 mi 6.2
Haven Drive Middle Arvin 19.3 mi 7.6
El Camino Real Elementary Arvin 19.3 mi 5.1
Mojave Elementary Mojave 19.5 mi 3.9
Mojave Jr./Sr. High Mojave 19.6 mi 5.8
Grow Academy Arvin Bakersfield 19.9 mi 4.7
Bear Mountain Elementary Arvin 19.9 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93561 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,149

Median Home Value

$377,400

Median Rent

$1,299/mo

Population

31,179

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage Oak School

What grades does Heritage Oak School serve?

Heritage Oak School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Heritage Oak School?

Heritage Oak School has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Oak School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Oak School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Heritage Oak School rank in CA?

Heritage Oak School ranks #1,204 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Heritage Oak School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Oak School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Heritage Oak School a private school?

Yes, Heritage Oak School 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 Heritage Oak School a religious school?

Heritage Oak School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
135
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Kern County

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