St. Francis Parish School provides excellence student- centerededucation through integration of faith, family and friends.
We promote the development of an educated, confident, self-disciplined and community- conscious Catholic Christian.
St Francis parish school will prepare students spiritually,academically, and socially.
St Francis Parish School exists to provide a quality education,to build the self-esteem of our students and to prepare them tobecome the future leaders of our parish our community, and ourworld.
The primary purpose of a Catholic Christian School education isto communicate Christ's message.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Francis Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1910
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
341 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: We Believe We Achieve We Succeed! Excellence in Catholic education by creating critical-thinking disciplined, active Christian leaders.
- St. Francis Parish School provides excellence student- centerededucation through integration of faith, family and friends. Wepromote the development of an educated, confident, self-disciplined and community- conscious Catholic Christian. St Francisparish school will prepare students spiritually, academically, andsocially. St Francis Parish School exists to provide a qualityeducation, to build the self-esteem of our students and to preparethem to become the future leaders of our parish our community, andour world. The primary purpose of a Catholic Christian Schooleducation is to communicate Christ's message.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Francis Parish School offer?
St. Francis Parish School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Francis Parish School's ranking?
St. Francis Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Parish School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Francis Parish School located?
St. Francis Parish School is located in the Oleander And Sunset neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Oleander And Sunset.
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The nearest preschool is Noahs Ark Learning Center/preschool (0.7 miles away)
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