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Shelter Cove
Middle School · Fort Bragg Unified
250 South Sanderson Way, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
4th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Shelter Cove
Shelter Cove is a public middle school in Fort Bragg, CA, part of the Fort Bragg Unified. The school serves approximately 7 students in grades 4th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $55,061, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 7 students, Shelter Cove 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Shelter Cove offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 250 South Sanderson Way, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
- Phone
- (707) 961-2889
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Location
250 South Sanderson Way, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shelter Cove may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mendocino High (rated 8.3/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Mendocino). Another option is Mendocino K-8 (rated 8.1/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Mendocino). Additionally, Redwood Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away). For more schools in Fort Bragg, see our Fort Bragg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Noyo High (Continuation) Fort Bragg | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lighthouse Community Day Fort Bragg | 0.0 mi | — |
| Dana Gray Elementary Fort Bragg | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Fort Bragg High Fort Bragg | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Bragg | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| San Jose Sanchez Del Rio Catholic School Fort Bragg | 0.4 mi | — |
| Fort Bragg Middle Fort Bragg | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Noyo Hill Private School Fort Bragg | 1.5 mi | — |
| Three Rivers Charter Fort Bragg | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Montessori del Mar Community School Fort Bragg | 2.3 mi | — |
| Mendocino K-8 Mendocino | 8.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Mendocino Sunrise High Mendocino | 9.1 mi | — |
| Mendocino High Mendocino | 9.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Mendocino Alternative Mendocino | 9.1 mi | — |
| Albion Elementary Albion | 15.7 mi | — |
| Comptche Elementary Comptche | 15.9 mi | — |
| Sherwood Willits | 18.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Laytonville High Laytonville | 23.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Laytonville Elementary Laytonville | 23.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Brookside Elementary Willits | 23.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95437 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,061
Median Home Value
$541,400
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
15,106
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
58%
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
50.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Shelter Cove has a median household income of $55,061. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $541,400, with a median rent of $1,367/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Bridges Academy Lemoore, CA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shelter Cove
What grades does Shelter Cove serve?
Shelter Cove serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Shelter Cove?
Shelter Cove has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shelter Cove?
The student-teacher ratio at Shelter Cove is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Shelter Cove?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Shelter Cove has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Shelter Cove a charter school?
No, Shelter Cove is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shelter Cove a Title I school?
No, Shelter Cove is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,376/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fort Bragg). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 7
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Mendocino County
- Phone
- (707) 961-2889
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Fort Bragg Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,678
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,492
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