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#948 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School

Elementary School

2524 FINNEY RD, Modesto, CA 95358

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#948 of 1,787

In Modesto

#4 of 7

public schools

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About Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School

Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School is a private elementary school in Modesto, CA. Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #948 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it comparesOn par with CA schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 60 students, Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher 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.

Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher 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.

Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher 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.

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How Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School compares to 62 public schools serving similar grades in Modesto, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

This School

21.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

521

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

5.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 43.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 26.7% vs 0%

Black 16.7% vs 0%

Asian 6.7% vs 0%

Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School Modesto Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School (this school)	—	60	10:1	6.2
Hart-Ransom Elementary	1.2 mi	720	21.8:1	7.1
Hart-Ransom Charter	1.3 mi	462	27.2:1	7.1
Mildred Perkins Elementary	2.1 mi	379	19.9:1	8.2
Stanislaus County West Campus	2.5 mi	54	10.8:1	6.3
Josephine Chrysler Elementary	2.5 mi	605	21.6:1	4.5
Alberta Martone Elementary	2.6 mi	647	22.3:1	5.3
Prescott Junior High	2.8 mi	725	19.1:1	6.3
Mary Lou Dieterich Elementary	3.0 mi	520	23.6:1	6.5
William Garrison Elementary	3.4 mi	313	20.9:1	3.2
Great Valley Academy - Salida	3.4 mi	880	26.7:1	5.4
George Eisenhut Elementary	3.4 mi	514	23.4:1	4.3
Agnes M. Baptist Elementary	3.5 mi	636	23.6:1	7.9
Catherine Everett Elementary	3.7 mi	414	23:1	4.9
Paradise Elementary	3.9 mi	60	15:1	9.2
Paradise Charter	3.9 mi	122	30.5:1	7.0
Stanislaus Elementary	4.0 mi	292	18.2:1	7.3
Great Valley Academy	4.1 mi	897	24.2:1	6.3
John Fremont Elementary	4.2 mi	620	20:1	6.0
Roosevelt Junior High	4.4 mi	816	22.1:1	5.3
Franklin Elementary	4.4 mi	782	22.3:1	5.5

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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

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.8 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 71%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Enrollment 60

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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 43.3%

Hispanic 26.7%

Black 16.7%

Asian 6.7%

Two or More 6.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2524 FINNEY RD, Modesto, CA 95358

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mildred Perkins Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hart-Ransom Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dena Boer (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Salida), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Modesto, see our Modesto schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SIERRA VISTA KIRK BAUCHER SCHOOL Modesto	0.0 mi	67	5.8
Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher Modesto	0.0 mi	77	—
BRETHREN HERITAGE SCHOOL Modesto	1.3 mi	49	4.9
Brethren Heritage School Modesto	1.3 mi	48	—
Hart-Ransom Elementary Modesto	1.2 mi	720	7.1
Hart-Ransom Charter Modesto	1.3 mi	462	7.1
Dena Boer Salida	1.6 mi	464	6.8
Castillo Christian School Salida	1.9 mi	32	—
Salida Elementary Salida	2.0 mi	291	5.8
Mildred Perkins Elementary Modesto	2.1 mi	379	8.2
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus Salida	2.6 mi	687	6.6
Sisk Elementary Salida	2.8 mi	287	5.1
Alberta Martone Elementary Modesto	2.6 mi	647	5.3
Stanislaus County West Campus Modesto	2.5 mi	54	6.3
Josephine Chrysler Elementary Modesto	2.5 mi	605	4.5
MODESTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Modesto	3.3 mi	247	7.3
Great Valley Academy - Salida Modesto	3.4 mi	880	5.4
Joseph A. Gregori High Modesto	3.3 mi	2,414	5.6
Prescott Junior High Modesto	2.8 mi	725	6.3
Mary Lou Dieterich Elementary Modesto	3.0 mi	520	6.5

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 Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School

What grades does Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School serve?

Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School?

Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School rank in CA?

Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School ranks #948 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School a private school?

Yes, Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School a religious school?

No, Sierra Vista Kirk Baucher School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 29 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 60
Gender Split: 82% M / 18% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Fringe Rural
County: Stanislaus County
Phone: (209) 550-5858

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