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Heritage Oak School

Nestled in between Mojave and Bakersfield, Heritage Oak School seeks to come alongside Christian families wanting to disciple their children to have passionate hearts and strong minds for Christ in the classical tradition.
With class sizes of approximately 15 students each, teachers can guide pupils on a full range of lessons and truly show them how to apply that knowledge.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 138 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,500
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Jun. 1 / Dec. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Heritage Oak School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Heritage Oak School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Lands End Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jun. 1 / Dec. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial aid information available on website
Admissions Director
Kim Garrett
Admissions Associate
Wendy Dearing
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chapel Services, Community Service Opportunities, Creative Writing Festival, Debate Club, Drama Club, House Council (Student Council), House System, Math Olympics, National Honor Society, Rocket Club, Speech Meets, Spelling Bee

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Festival, Meet the Masters Art Program

School Notes

  • School Motto: An Education ALL for Christ!
  • The mission of Heritage OakSchoolis to serve Christian families and their children by discipling passionate hearts and strong minds to beALLfor Christ so that they would:
    • Adore Jesus first and foremost by honoring Him and nurturing a Godly character
    • Learn to know God`s Word and His Creation, growing in knowledge and wisdom while thinking clearly with discernment
    • Love Jesus by serving others and influencing the world with the gospel
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Heritage Oak School cost?
Heritage Oak School's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.
What sports does Heritage Oak School offer?
Heritage Oak School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Cross Country and Mountain Biking.
When is the application deadline for Heritage Oak School?
The application deadline for Heritage Oak School is Jun. 1 / Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jun. 1 / Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 138 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,500
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Jun. 1 / Dec. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Kern County, CA is $12,856 for elementary schools and $9,054 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Kern County, CA is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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