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Canyon Oaks Youth Center
High School · San Mateo County Office of Education
101 Twin Dolphin Dr., Redwood City, CA 94065
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Canyon Oaks Youth Center
High School in Redwood City · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Canyon Oaks Youth Center
Canyon Oaks Youth Center is a public high school in Redwood City, CA, part of San Mateo County Office of Education. Canyon Oaks Youth Center serves approximately 8 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Canyon Oaks Youth Center show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 8 students, Canyon Oaks Youth Center 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 8:1 students to teachers, Canyon Oaks Youth Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Canyon Oaks Youth Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 101 Twin Dolphin Dr., Redwood City, CA 94065
- Website
- smcoe.org
- Phone
- (650) 839-1810
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
101 Twin Dolphin Dr., Redwood City, CA 94065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canyon Oaks Youth Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mariposa (rated 9.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby San Carlos). Another option is Brittan Acres Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby San Carlos). Additionally, Arundel Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby San Carlos). For more schools in Redwood City, see our Redwood City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heather Elementary San Carlos | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Clifford Elementary Redwood City | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ST CHARLES SCHOOL San Carlos | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Brittan Acres Elementary San Carlos | 2.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Carlmont High Belmont | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Roy Cloud Elementary Redwood City | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Arundel Elementary San Carlos | 2.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Tierra Linda Middle San Carlos | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Mariposa San Carlos | 2.4 mi | 9.7 |
| ARBOR BAY SCHOOL San Carlos | 2.3 mi | — |
| Arbor Bay San Carlos | 2.3 mi | — |
| San Carlos Charter Learning Center San Carlos | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| WEINGARTEN CHILDRENS CENTER Redwood City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Central Middle San Carlos | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| White Oaks Elementary San Carlos | 2.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Arroyo San Carlos | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Weingarten Children's Center Redwood City | 2.1 mi | — |
| CHARLES ARMSTRONG SCHOOL Belmont | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Charles Armstrong School Belmont | 2.6 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Belmont | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$213,361
Median Home Value
$1,847,000
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
11,620
College Educated
81%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canyon Oaks Youth Center
What grades does Canyon Oaks Youth Center serve?
Canyon Oaks Youth Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Canyon Oaks Youth Center?
Canyon Oaks Youth Center has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyon Oaks Youth Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Canyon Oaks Youth Center is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Canyon Oaks Youth Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canyon Oaks Youth Center has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016).
Is Canyon Oaks Youth Center a charter school?
No, Canyon Oaks Youth Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canyon Oaks Youth Center a Title I school?
No, Canyon Oaks Youth Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 839-1810
Resources & Links
District
San Mateo County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 77
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $844,874
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