Northern Summit Academy Shasta

Northern Summit Academy Shasta is a charter school located in Anderson, California, within the mid-size suburb of Shasta County. The school serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade with an enrollment of 196 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1, thanks to its 12 full-time equivalent teachers. Academically, Northern Summit Academy Shasta has received a MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10, placing it in the 38th percentile among California schools with a state ranking of #5955 out of 9566.

The school’s academic score is 2.6/10, reflecting that while there are areas for improvement, the school is committed to fostering student development and growth. On standardized tests, 26% of students were proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 15% met proficiency standards in Math. Northern Summit Academy Shasta is situated within a supportive mid-size suburb where community engagement plays an important role in the educational experience.

With an enrollment of 196 students, Northern Summit Academy Shasta 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.

While current test scores at Northern Summit Academy Shasta are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Northern Summit Academy Shasta is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.