Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary School

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 (2025-26)

  • 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

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
Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
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:
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).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / 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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