We will be adding 8th grade in the 2009-2010 school year.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
238 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Valley Schools?
The application deadline for Valley Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Valley Schools located?
Valley Schools is located in the Oakridge neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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