Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary School in Ridgecrest, CA serves students in grades K–8 with a total enrollment of 22 in a town–based community setting.
Founded in 1952, this California K–8 private school is affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist Church and follows a formal dress code policy.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with an average class size of 10, supported by 2 teaching staff members.
Student body diversity includes 42% students of color, reflecting the demographic composition of the local area.
Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California by founding year, highlighting its longstanding presence in the region.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khaki pants and polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
Band
School Notes
- School Motto: The aim of true education is to restore human beings into the image of God as revealed by the life of Jesus Christ.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary School?
The application deadline for Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary School is Calvary Christian School (0.7 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
210 E Springer Ave
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-3133
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-3133
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 91 students
Heritage Montessori School ![Heritage Montessori School Photo]( "Heritage Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
934 N Heritage Dr
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-7459
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-7459
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 103 students Avg. class size: 23 students
St. Ann School
(Catholic)
446 W Church Ave
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-4713
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-4713
0.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 125 students
Heritage Montessori Elementary School
Montessori School
1435 N Downs St
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-1515
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-1515
1.3 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 27 students
Immanuel Christian School ![Immanuel Christian School Photo]( "Immanuel Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
201 W Graaf Ave
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-6114
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-6114
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
210 E Springer Ave
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-3133
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-3133
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 91 students
Immanuel Christian School ![Immanuel Christian School Photo]( "Immanuel Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
201 W Graaf Ave
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-6114
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-6114
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Pioneer Point Christian Academy
(Baptist)
84661 Trona Rd
Trona, CA 93562
(760) 372-4600
Trona, CA 93562
(760) 372-4600
21.2 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 12 students
Heritage Oak School ![Heritage Oak School Photo]( "Heritage Oak School Photo")
(Baptist)
20915 Schout Road
Tehachapi, CA 93561
(661) 823-0885
Tehachapi, CA 93561
(661) 823-0885
58.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 103 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Academy For Advancement Of Children With Autism
Special Education School
6742 E Ave H
Lancaster, CA 93535
(661) 946-1234
Lancaster, CA 93535
(661) 946-1234
65.6 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 51 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
210 E Springer Ave
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-3133
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-3133
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 91 students
Heritage Montessori School ![Heritage Montessori School Photo]( "Heritage Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
934 N Heritage Dr
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-7459
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-7459
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 103 students Avg. class size: 23 students
St. Ann School
(Catholic)
446 W Church Ave
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-4713
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-4713
0.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 125 students
Heritage Montessori Elementary School
Montessori School
1435 N Downs St
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-1515
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-1515
1.3 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 27 students
Immanuel Christian School ![Immanuel Christian School Photo]( "Immanuel Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
201 W Graaf Ave
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-6114
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-6114
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
210 E Springer Ave
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-3133
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-3133
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 91 students
Heritage Montessori School ![Heritage Montessori School Photo]( "Heritage Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
934 N Heritage Dr
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-7459
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-7459
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 103 students Avg. class size: 23 students
Barstow Christian School
(Methodist)
800 Yucca Ave
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 256-3556
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 256-3556
63.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 124 students
Lancaster East KinderCare ![Lancaster East KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom]( "Lancaster East KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
44400 Foxton Ave.
Lancaster, CA 93535
(661) 948-1767
Lancaster, CA 93535
(661) 948-1767
69.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 90 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
James Monroe Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
340 West Church St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1830
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1830
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 490 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Mesquite Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
140 West Drummond
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1810
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1810
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 95 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Burroughs High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 East French St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1800
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1800
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,536 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Ridgecrest Elementary Academy For Language Music And Sci
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
325 South Downs St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-1010
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-1010
1 miles
Gr: K-6 | 239 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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