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St. Francis Parish School

2516 Palm St
Bakersfield, CA 93304
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:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1910
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
341 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 51%
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

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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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

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The average private school tuition in Bakersfield, CA is $16,793 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Bakersfield, CA is 93% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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