Oakdale

Oakdale is an alternative school located in Chico, California, offering education from kindergarten through 12th grade. With a student body of just 85 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 28.3:1, Oakdale provides a more personalized learning environment. The school has three full-time equivalent teachers who work closely with the diverse needs of its students.

Oakdale's academic performance is currently focusing on areas for improvement, as indicated by its MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 out of 10 and state ranking at 1th percentile among California schools. In reading and ELA, about 25% of students are proficient or above, while in math only 7% are proficient or above. These figures suggest that Oakdale is working to enhance its academic offerings and support student development.

Located in a mid-size city, Oakdale benefits from being part of the larger Chico community, where it can engage with various local resources and programs tailored for alternative education settings.

With an enrollment of 85 students, Oakdale 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.

The student-teacher ratio at Oakdale is 28.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.