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 (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Yearly Tuition: $7,500
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: Jun. 1 / Dec. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Heritage Oak School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Attribute
Extracurriculars
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1994
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Lands End Uniforms
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
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
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
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
- The mission of Heritage Oak School is to serve
Christian families and their children by discipling passionate
hearts and strong minds to be ALL for
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 $7,500 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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