Needs Improvement
#9320 of 9,539 schools in CA
Come Back Butte Charter
High School · Butte County Office of Education
1859 Bird St., Oroville, CA 95965
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,320 of 9,539
In Oroville
#22 of 22
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Butte County Office of Education
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Come Back Butte Charter
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About Come Back Butte Charter
Come Back Butte Charter is a public high school in Oroville, CA, part of Butte County Office of Education. Come Back Butte Charter serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Come Back Butte Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,320 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Come Back Butte Charter show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 77 students, Come Back Butte Charter 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.
Come Back Butte Charter runs 25.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Come Back Butte Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Come Back Butte Charter — Students at Come Back Butte Charter score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.
How Come Back Butte Charter Compares
See how Come Back Butte Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1859 Bird St., Oroville, CA 95965
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Come Back Butte Charter may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Oroville High (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Las Plumas High (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prospect High (Continuation) (rated 5.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oroville, see our Oroville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ipakanni Early College Charter Oroville | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| St. Thomas the Apostle Oroville | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oroville | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| The Studios @ Central Oroville | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| BASES Learning Center Oroville | 0.7 mi | — |
| Oroville High Oroville | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Wyandotte Academy Oroville | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| STREAM Charter Oroville | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary Oroville | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Prospect High (Continuation) Oroville | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Oroville High Community Day Oroville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Ishi Hills Middle Oroville | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Oakdale Heights Elementary Oroville | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Plumas Avenue Elementary Oroville | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Siskiyou Avenue Elementary Oroville | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Table Mountain Oroville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Las Plumas High Oroville | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Hearthstone Oroville | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Nelson Avenue Middle Oroville | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Heritage Community Day Oroville | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95965 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,367
Median Home Value
$295,500
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
20,854
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Empower Generations Lancaster, CA | 3.0 |
| Gateway High (Continuation) Chowchilla, CA | 2.9 |
| Imperial Ave. Holbrook High Imperial, CA | 3.1 |
| Mt. Signal Virtual Academy El Centro, CA | 3.2 |
| Folsom Lake High Folsom, CA | 3.5 |
| Bridgepoint High Newark, CA | 2.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Come Back Butte Charter
What grades does Come Back Butte Charter serve?
Come Back Butte Charter serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Come Back Butte Charter?
Come Back Butte Charter has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Come Back Butte Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Come Back Butte Charter is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Come Back Butte Charter rank in CA?
Come Back Butte Charter ranks #9,320 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Come Back Butte Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Come Back Butte Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Come Back Butte Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Come Back Butte Charter has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Come Back Butte Charter a charter school?
Yes, Come Back Butte Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Come Back Butte Charter a Title I school?
No, Come Back Butte Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Come Back Butte Charter?
93.5% of students at Come Back Butte Charter qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 77
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Butte County
- Phone
- (530) 712-2242
- 4-Year Graduation
- 15.0%
Resources & Links
District
Butte County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 388
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $207,869
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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