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Heritage Oak School

20915 Schout Road Tehachapi, CA 93561

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 103 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,750
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Jun. 1 / Dec. 1 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • For over 30 years, Heritage Oak has been raising the bar for academic excellence coupled with Christ centered discipleship for students in the Tehachapi area.
  • Heritage Oak is fully accredited by WASC and is the first classical school in California to be accredited by the .

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 103 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,750
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Jun. 1 / Dec. 1 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 21, 2027
School Motto
ALL for Christ!

Student Body

Total Students
103 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Lands End Uniforms
Number of AP Courses
1 course

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Jun. 1 / Dec. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial aid information available on website
% on Financial Aid
12%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,375
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Kim Garrett
Admissions Associate
Wendy Dearing
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Colors
Blue and gold
School Mascot
Knights

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chapel ServicesCommunity Service Opportunities
Creative Writing FestivalDebate Club
Drama ClubHouse Council (Student Council)
House SystemMath Olympics
National Honor SocietyRocket Club
Speech MeetsSpelling Bee


Arts and Music Programs:
Art Festival

School Notes

  • 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 $8,750 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Heritage Oak School?
The acceptance rate of Heritage Oak School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
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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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Kern County, CA is $8,556 for elementary schools and $9,096 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Kern County, CA is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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