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#6690 of 9,539 schools in CA
John Muir Charter
High School · John Muir Charter District
960 McCourtney Rd. Ste. E, Grass Valley, CA 95949
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,690 of 9,539
In Grass Valley
#15 of 21
public schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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John Muir Charter
High School in Grass Valley · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Muir Charter
John Muir Charter is a public high school in Grass Valley, CA, part of John Muir Charter District. John Muir Charter serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John Muir Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,690 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Muir Charter show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John Muir 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.
John Muir 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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John Muir Charter — Students at John Muir Charter score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 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: 9.5/10.
How John Muir Charter Compares
See how John Muir Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
960 McCourtney Rd. Ste. E, Grass Valley, CA 95949
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Muir Charter may also want to explore other high schools in the area. William & Marian Ghidotti High (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bitney Prep High (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Point Academy (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grass Valley, see our Grass Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount St. Mary Academy Grass Valley | 0.4 mi | — |
| Bell Hill Academy Grass Valley | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Silver Springs High (Continuation) Grass Valley | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Lyman Gilmore Middle Grass Valley | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Grass Valley Charter Grass Valley | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Margaret G. Scotten Elementary Grass Valley | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Yuba River Charter Grass Valley | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| North Point Academy Grass Valley | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Union Hill Elementary Grass Valley | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Union Hill Middle Grass Valley | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Nevada Union High Grass Valley | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| William & Marian Ghidotti High Grass Valley | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Bitney Prep High Grass Valley | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ECHO RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nevada City | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Echo Ridge Christian School Nevada City | 2.7 mi | — |
| Earle Jamieson Educational Options Nevada City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Deer Creek Elementary Nevada City | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Nevada County Special Education Nevada City | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Seven Hills Intermediate Nevada City | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Forest Charter Nevada City | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95949 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,309
Median Home Value
$551,700
Median Rent
$1,827/mo
Population
20,709
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
54.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Muir Charter
What grades does John Muir Charter serve?
John Muir Charter serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend John Muir Charter?
John Muir Charter has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Muir Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at John Muir Charter is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Muir Charter rank in CA?
John Muir Charter ranks #6,690 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Muir Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
John Muir Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 John Muir Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Muir Charter has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is John Muir Charter a charter school?
Yes, John Muir Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is John Muir Charter a Title I school?
No, John Muir Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Muir Charter?
92.9% of students at John Muir 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 589
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nevada County
- Phone
- (530) 272-4008
- 4-Year Graduation
- 17.0%
Resources & Links
District
John Muir Charter District- District Enrollment
- 589
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,986
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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