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Big Minds Unschool Online
Elementary School
1937 San Pablo Ave, Pinole, CA 94564
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Big Minds Unschool Online
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About Big Minds Unschool Online
Big Minds Unschool Online is a private elementary school in Pinole, CA. Big Minds Unschool Online serves approximately 22 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 22 students, Big Minds Unschool Online is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.9:1 students to teachers, Big Minds Unschool Online sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Big Minds Unschool Online is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Big Minds Unschool Online compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Pinole, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Big Minds Unschool Online (this school) | — |
| Collins Elementary | 4.7 |
| West County Mandarin | 8.9 |
| Pinole Middle | 5.9 |
| Shannon Elementary | 8.0 |
| Stewart Elementary | 6.2 |
| Ellerhorst Elementary | 5.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Address
- 1937 San Pablo Ave, Pinole, CA 94564
- Phone
- (510) 815-0341
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1937 San Pablo Ave, Pinole, CA 94564
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Minds Unschool Online may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West County Mandarin (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away). Another option is Shannon Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, Ohlone Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hercules). For more schools in Pinole, see our Pinole schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BIG MINDS Pinole | 0.0 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinole | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| LA CASITA BILINGUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pinole | 0.2 mi | — |
| King's Academy Pinole | 0.3 mi | — |
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Pinole Middle Pinole | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| West County Mandarin Pinole | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Pinole Valley High Pinole | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Shannon Elementary Pinole | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Tara Hills Elementary San Pablo | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Ohlone Elementary Hercules | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Seneca Family of Agencies, Catalyst Academy El Sobrante | 1.5 mi | — |
| Betty Reid Soskin Middle El Sobrante | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIE- CATALYST ACADEMY El Sobrante | 1.5 mi | — |
| EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| El Sobrante Christian School El Sobrante | 1.6 mi | — |
| Bethel Christian Academy El Sobrante | 1.8 mi | — |
| Caliber: Beta Academy Richmond | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Murphy Elementary El Sobrante | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,833
Median Home Value
$697,100
Median Rent
$2,738/mo
Population
18,835
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Minds Unschool Online
What grades does Big Minds Unschool Online serve?
Big Minds Unschool Online serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Big Minds Unschool Online?
Big Minds Unschool Online has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Minds Unschool Online?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Minds Unschool Online is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Big Minds Unschool Online a private school?
Yes, Big Minds Unschool Online is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (510) 815-0341
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