Very Good
#2430 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Eel River Charter
Elementary School · Eel River Charter District
PO Box 218, Covelo, CA 95428
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,430 of 9,539
In Covelo
#2 of 3
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Eel River Charter
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About Eel River Charter
Eel River Charter is a public elementary school in Covelo, CA, part of Eel River Charter District. Eel River Charter serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Eel River Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,430 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Eel River Charter show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Eel River 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.
Test scores at Eel River Charter sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Eel River 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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Eel River Charter — Students at Eel River Charter score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Eel River Charter Compares
See how Eel River Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 218, Covelo, CA 95428
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eel River Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Potter Valley Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 33.5 miles away, in nearby Potter Valley), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sherwood (rated 6.8/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Willits), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Leggett Valley Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 25.3 miles away, in nearby Leggett), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Covelo, see our Covelo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Round Valley High Covelo | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Round Valley Continuation Covelo | 0.4 mi | — |
| Round Valley Elementary Covelo | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Laytonville Elementary Laytonville | 14.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Laytonville High Laytonville | 14.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Sherwood Willits | 21.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Willits High Willits | 26.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Willits Elementary Charter Willits | 26.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Sanhedrin Alternative Willits | 26.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Brookside Elementary Willits | 27.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Baechtel Grove Middle Willits | 27.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Willits Charter Willits | 27.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Blosser Lane Elementary Willits | 27.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Hoaglin-Zenia Elementary Mad River | 29.6 mi | — |
| Leggett Valley High Leggett | 25.3 mi | — |
| Leggett Valley Elementary Leggett | 25.3 mi | 6.6 |
| La Vida Charter Ukiah | 32.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Potter Valley Elementary Potter Valley | 33.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Potter Valley High Potter Valley | 33.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Potter Valley Junior High Potter Valley | 33.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,286
Median Home Value
$376,400
Median Rent
$913/mo
Population
2,667
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
57.8%
Poverty Rate
34.6%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eel River Charter
What grades does Eel River Charter serve?
Eel River Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Eel River Charter?
Eel River Charter has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eel River Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Eel River Charter is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eel River Charter rank in CA?
Eel River Charter ranks #2,430 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Eel River Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Eel River Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Eel River Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eel River Charter has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Eel River Charter a charter school?
Yes, Eel River Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Eel River Charter a Title I school?
No, Eel River Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eel River Charter?
96.4% of students at Eel River 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Mendocino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.6%
- Phone
- (707) 983-6946
Resources & Links
District
Eel River Charter District- District Enrollment
- 56
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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