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Valley Achievement Center
High School
7300 MING AVE, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Valley Achievement Center
Valley Achievement Center is a private high school in Bakersfield, CA 93309. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades 8th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $62,143, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Valley Achievement Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Valley Achievement Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $337,112
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $276,552
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.82x — At Risk
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 89%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $4.9M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 25 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Valley Achievement Center compares to 60 public schools serving similar grades in Bakersfield, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Achievement Center (this school) | — |
| Kern Workforce 2000 Academy | 6.6 |
| O. J. Actis Junior High | 5.4 |
| West High | 4.5 |
| Tevis Junior High | 6.6 |
| Fred L. Thompson Junior High | 5.2 |
| Curran Middle | 5.5 |
| Stockdale High | 6.6 |
| Earl Warren Junior High | 7.1 |
| Vista West Continuation High | 5.9 |
| Fruitvale Junior High | 6.0 |
| Liberty High | 6.5 |
| South High | 6.3 |
| Sequoia Jr. High | 4.4 |
| Bakersfield High | 3.6 |
| Independence High | 5.2 |
| Greenfield Middle | 6.9 |
| Centennial High | 4.8 |
| Stonecreek Junior High | 7.4 |
| Emerson Middle | 6.4 |
| Ridgeview High | 5.0 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Address
- 7300 MING AVE, Bakersfield, CA 93309
- Phone
- (661) 834-8670
- 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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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
7300 MING AVE, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Achievement Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Kern Workforce 2000 Academy (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, West High (rated 4.5/10, 1.4 miles away). For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Achievement Center Bakersfield | 0.0 mi | — |
| Laurelglen Elementary Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Stockdale Elementary Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Charles H. Castle Elementary Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Christa McAuliffe Elementary Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Kern Workforce 2000 Academy Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| O. J. Actis Junior High Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Quailwood Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Tevis Junior High Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| West High Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Leo B. Hart Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Wayne Van Horn Elementary Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Sing Lum Elementary Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Stine Elementary Bakersfield | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Donald E. Suburu Bakersfield | 2.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Fred L. Thompson Junior High Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Columbia Elementary Bakersfield | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Old River Elementary Bakersfield | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| STOCKDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bakersfield | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Louise Sandrini Elementary Bakersfield | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93309 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,143
Median Home Value
$286,600
Median Rent
$1,268/mo
Population
63,989
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
31.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Valley Achievement Center has a median household income of $62,143. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $286,600, with a median rent of $1,268/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Achievement Center
What grades does Valley Achievement Center serve?
Valley Achievement Center serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Valley Achievement Center?
Valley Achievement Center has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Achievement Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Achievement Center is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Valley Achievement Center a private school?
Yes, Valley Achievement Center 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 Valley Achievement Center a religious school?
No, Valley Achievement Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,028/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bakersfield). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- KERN
- Phone
- (661) 834-8670
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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