Tree of Life Charter

Tree of Life Charter serves 89 students in grades kindergarten through eighth in Ukiah, California. This small elementary charter school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1 with 5 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an intimate learning environment where students can receive personalized attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks in the 80th percentile statewide at #1874 out of 9566 California schools.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 44% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while mathematics performance stands at 35% proficient or above with room for continued growth and development. Located in Mendocino County, the school serves families in a community where the median household income is $65,657 and median home value reaches $450,100. About 22% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while 16.4% of families experience poverty, reflecting the economic diversity typical of many California communities.

Tree of Life Charter operates in Ukiah's remote town setting, offering families a charter school alternative with the close-knit feel that comes from a smaller student body in Northern California's scenic Mendocino County.

With an enrollment of 89 students, Tree of Life Charter 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.

Tree of Life Charter 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.