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The Shepherd's Academy
High School
9122 Rhine Valley Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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The Shepherd's Academy
High School in Bakersfield · grades 4th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Shepherd's Academy
The Shepherd's Academy is a private high school in Bakersfield, CA. The Shepherd's Academy serves approximately 8 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 8:1 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 8 students, The Shepherd's 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 8:1 students to teachers, The Shepherd's Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Shepherd's 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 The Shepherd's Academy compares to 147 public schools serving similar grades in Bakersfield, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Shepherd's Academy (this school) | — |
| Orangewood Elementary | 7.7 |
| Walter Stiern Middle | 4.9 |
| Hort Elementary | 4.6 |
| Voorhies Elementary | 4.6 |
| Foothill High | 5.6 |
| Paul L. Cato Middle | 8.0 |
| Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary | 8.0 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary | 8.0 |
| Pioneer Drive Elementary | 5.7 |
| Edison Middle | 6.1 |
| Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary | 4.2 |
| Highland High | 5.9 |
| Shirley Lane Elementary | 7.4 |
| Zephyr Lane Elementary | 7.4 |
| Henry Eissler Elementary | 5.3 |
| Virginia Avenue Elementary | 7.3 |
| Chipman Junior High | 5.8 |
| Sierra Middle | 4.8 |
| Fairfax Junior High | 7.3 |
| Ramon Garza Elementary | 5.0 |
Showing 20 of 147 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 9122 Rhine Valley Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306
- Phone
- (661) 912-4384
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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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Location
9122 Rhine Valley Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Shepherd's Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Highland High (rated 5.9/10, 2.5 miles away). Another option is Foothill High (rated 5.6/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, Mira Monte High (rated 4.5/10, 3.1 miles away). For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orangewood Elementary Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Walter Stiern Middle Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Hort Elementary Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Foothill High Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Voorhies Elementary Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Paul L. Cato Middle Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary Bakersfield | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Pioneer Drive Elementary Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Edison Middle Bakersfield | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Shirley Lane Elementary Bakersfield | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Highland High Bakersfield | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Zephyr Lane Elementary Bakersfield | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Henry Eissler Elementary Bakersfield | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Chipman Junior High Bakersfield | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Fairfax Junior High Bakersfield | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| NIGRITIAN ACADEMY Bakersfield | 2.7 mi | — |
| Virginia Avenue Elementary Bakersfield | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Mira Monte High Bakersfield | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,988
Median Home Value
$290,700
Median Rent
$1,219/mo
Population
73,370
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
32.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Shepherd's Academy
What grades does The Shepherd's Academy serve?
The Shepherd's Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend The Shepherd's Academy?
The Shepherd's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Shepherd's Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Shepherd's Academy is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Shepherd's Academy a private school?
Yes, The Shepherd's Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Kern County
- Phone
- (661) 912-4384
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