Average
#850 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 48% of private schools
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
Elementary School
124 COLUMBUS ST, Bakersfield, CA 93305
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#850 of 1,787
In Bakersfield
#1 of 13
public schools
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
Elementary School in Bakersfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Garces Memorial High
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About Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School is a private elementary school in Bakersfield, CA. Our Lady of Perpetual Help School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Perpetual Help School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #850 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Our Lady of Perpetual Help 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 Our Lady of Perpetual Help School compares to 127 public schools serving similar grades in Bakersfield, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Longfellow Elementary | 4.0 |
| Myra A. Noble Elementary | 4.2 |
| Stella I. Hills Elementary | 3.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 6.0 |
| Washington Middle | 3.6 |
| Valley Oaks Charter | 7.4 |
| College Heights Elementary | 4.0 |
| Downtown Elementary | 8.2 |
| Standard Middle | 3.8 |
| Standard Elementary | 3.2 |
| Abraham Lincoln Jr. High | 3.3 |
| Williams Elementary | 3.7 |
| Kern County Juvenile Court | 5.8 |
| Kern County Community | 5.7 |
| Kern County Special Education | 4.0 |
| Bessie E. Owens Elementary | 7.4 |
| Rafer Johnson | 6.4 |
| Beardsley Elementary | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Junior High | 4.2 |
| Franklin Elementary | 5.7 |
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
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
124 COLUMBUS ST, Bakersfield, CA 93305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Lady of Perpetual Help School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Downtown Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bessie E. Owens Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garces Memorial High Bakersfield | 0.0 mi | — |
| Longfellow Elementary Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Myra A. Noble Elementary Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Stella I. Hills Elementary Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Washington Middle Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Valley Oaks Charter Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Downtown Elementary Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Abraham Lincoln Jr. High Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| College Heights Elementary Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Standard Middle Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Standard Elementary Bakersfield | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Kern County Special Education Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Kern County Community Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Kern County Juvenile Court Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Williams Elementary Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Bakersfield | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Bessie E. Owens Elementary Bakersfield | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Tehillah Christian Academy Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | — |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,290
Median Home Value
$245,000
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
36,998
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
34.1%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
31.8%
Median Age
29.9
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|---|---|
| Arcata Elementary Arcata, CA | 6.3 |
| BAYMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotts Valley, CA | 6.3 |
| Bonsall West Elementary Oceanside, CA | 6.3 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 6.3 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific Palisades, CA | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
What grades does Our Lady of Perpetual Help School serve?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Our Lady of Perpetual Help School?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Our Lady of Perpetual Help School rank in CA?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School ranks #850 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Our Lady of Perpetual Help School's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Our Lady of Perpetual Help School a private school?
Yes, Our Lady of Perpetual Help School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Our Lady of Perpetual Help School a religious school?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 297
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kern County
- Phone
- (661) 327-7741
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