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Mendocino Alternative
School · Mendocino Unified
PO Box 226, Mendocino, CA 95460
Enrollment
8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Mendocino Alternative
Mendocino Alternative is a public school in Mendocino, CA, part of the Mendocino Unified. The school serves approximately 8 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $68,478, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 8 students, Mendocino Alternative is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Mendocino Alternative may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- PO Box 226, Mendocino, CA 95460
- Phone
- (707) 937-0138
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
PO Box 226, Mendocino, CA 95460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mendocino Alternative may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mendocino High (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away). Another option is Mendocino K-8 (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, Redwood Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Bragg). For more schools in Mendocino, see our Mendocino schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mendocino Sunrise High Mendocino | 0.1 mi | — |
| Mendocino High Mendocino | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Mendocino K-8 Mendocino | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Noyo Hill Private School Fort Bragg | 7.7 mi | — |
| Three Rivers Charter Fort Bragg | 7.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Albion Elementary Albion | 7.6 mi | — |
| Dana Gray Elementary Fort Bragg | 9.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Bragg | 9.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Fort Bragg High Fort Bragg | 9.0 mi | 5.6 |
| San Jose Sanchez Del Rio Catholic School Fort Bragg | 9.1 mi | — |
| Noyo High (Continuation) Fort Bragg | 9.1 mi | — |
| Lighthouse Community Day Fort Bragg | 9.1 mi | — |
| Shelter Cove Fort Bragg | 9.1 mi | — |
| Fort Bragg Middle Fort Bragg | 9.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Montessori del Mar Community School Fort Bragg | 11.4 mi | — |
| Comptche Elementary Comptche | 11.5 mi | — |
| Manchester Elementary Manchester | 24.3 mi | — |
| Point Arena High Point Arena | 27.7 mi | 5.1 |
| South Coast Continuation Point Arena | 27.8 mi | — |
| Sherwood Willits | 23.8 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,478
Median Home Value
$666,200
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
2,144
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
76.8%
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
60.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mendocino Alternative has a median household income of $68,478. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $666,200, with a median rent of $1,908/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Bellflower Alternative Education Center Bellflower, CA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mendocino Alternative
What grades does Mendocino Alternative serve?
Mendocino Alternative serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mendocino Alternative?
Mendocino Alternative has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
Is Mendocino Alternative a charter school?
No, Mendocino Alternative is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mendocino Alternative a Title I school?
No, Mendocino Alternative is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (305/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Mendocino County
- Phone
- (707) 937-0138
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Mendocino Unified- District Enrollment
- 436
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,262
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