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)
- 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
Top Rankings
Heritage Oak School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1994
Colors
Blue and gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 12, 2026
Last Day of School
Fri. May 21, 2027
Student Body
Total Students
103 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
1 course
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
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
% on Financial Aid
12%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,375
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Kim Garrett
Admissions Associate
Wendy Dearing
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
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
- School Motto: ALL for Christ!
- School Mascot: Knights
- 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 81%.
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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(Math: 26% | Reading: 32%)
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