Needs Improvement
#9119 of 9,539 schools in CA
Come Back Charter
High School · Merced County Office of Education
632 West 13th St., Merced, CA 95341
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 36 schools in Merced. Learn more
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,119 of 9,539
In Merced
#35 of 37
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Merced County Office of Education
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Come Back Charter
High School in Merced · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Come Back Charter
Come Back Charter is a public high school in Merced, CA, part of Merced County Office of Education. Come Back Charter serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Come Back Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #9,119 of 9,539 schools in CA.
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 120 students, Come Back 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 Charter runs 24:1 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 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Come Back Charter Compares
See how Come Back Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
632 West 13th St., Merced, CA 95341
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Come Back Charter may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Independence High (Alternative) (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoia High (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Yosemite High (Continuation) (rated 5.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Merced, see our Merced schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STONE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Merced | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Merced High Merced | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Rudolph Rivera Middle Merced | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Rudolph Rivera Elementary Merced | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle Merced | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Merced City School District Community Day Merced | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Allan Peterson Elementary Merced | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Luther Burbank Elementary Merced | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| John Muir Elementary Merced | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary Merced | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| John C. Fremont Elementary Merced | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle Merced | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| STONE RIDGE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Merced | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Yosemite High (Continuation) Merced | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Independence High (Alternative) Merced | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Sequoia High Merced | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Ada Givens Elementary Merced | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Our Lady of Mercy Merced | 2.2 mi | — |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL Merced | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Charles Wright Elementary Merced | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95341 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,516
Median Home Value
$295,300
Median Rent
$1,172/mo
Population
34,956
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
39.3%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
27.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frida Kahlo High Los Angeles, CA | 3.4 |
| Folsom Lake High Folsom, CA | 3.5 |
| Tehama eLearning Academy Red Bluff, CA | 3.5 |
| San Luis High (Continuation) Los Banos, CA | 3.6 |
| Del Puerto High Patterson, CA | 3.7 |
| LOS ANGELES HEBREW HIGH SCHOOL Encino, CA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Come Back Charter
What grades does Come Back Charter serve?
Come Back Charter serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Come Back Charter?
Come Back Charter has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Come Back Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Come Back Charter is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Come Back Charter rank in CA?
Come Back Charter ranks #9,119 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Come Back Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Come Back Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Come Back Charter a charter school?
Yes, Come Back 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 Charter a Title I school?
No, Come Back Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Come Back Charter?
85.0% of students at Come Back 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 120
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Merced County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.0%
- Phone
- (209) 386-6025
- 4-Year Graduation
- 24.5%
Resources & Links
District
Merced County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 1,810
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $65,270
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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