Very Good
#2649 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Yosemite Falls Education Center
School · Yosemite Unified
50200 Road 427, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,649 of 9,539
In Oakhurst
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Yosemite Unified
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Yosemite Falls Education Center
Yosemite Falls Education Center is a public school in Oakhurst, CA, part of Yosemite Unified. Yosemite Falls Education Center serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Yosemite Falls Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,649 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yosemite Falls Education Center show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 4.7
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Yosemite Falls Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Yosemite Falls Education Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Yosemite Falls Education Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Yosemite Falls Education Center — Students at Yosemite Falls Education Center score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Yosemite Falls Education Center Compares
See how Yosemite Falls Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
50200 Road 427, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yosemite Falls Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Glacier High School Charter (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Chawanakee Academy Charter (rated 7.4/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby O'Neals), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakhurst, see our Oakhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yosemite High Oakhurst | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Evergreen High Oakhurst | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Ahwahnee High Oakhurst | 0.2 mi | — |
| Oak Creek Intermediate Oakhurst | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Oakhurst Elementary Oakhurst | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Glacier High School Charter Oakhurst | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) Oakhurst | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Fresno Flats Community Day Ahwahnee | 6.1 mi | — |
| Wasuma Elementary Ahwahnee | 6.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Coarsegold Elementary Coarsegold | 6.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Laih Family Home School Coarsegold | 7.5 mi | — |
| Hobbit Hollow Acres Academy Coarsegold | 7.6 mi | — |
| Imladris Living School North Fork | 9.1 mi | — |
| Mountain Oaks High North Fork | 9.9 mi | — |
| North Fork Elementary North Fork | 10.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Rivergold Elementary Coarsegold | 11.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Yosemite-Wawona Elementary Charter Wawona | 14.9 mi | — |
| Spring Valley Elementary O'Neals | 14.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Chawanakee Academy Charter O'Neals | 15.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Cedar Continuation High O'Neals | 15.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93644 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,241
Median Home Value
$378,000
Median Rent
$1,301/mo
Population
6,490
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
58.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yosemite Falls Education Center
What grades does Yosemite Falls Education Center serve?
Yosemite Falls Education Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Yosemite Falls Education Center?
Yosemite Falls Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yosemite Falls Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Yosemite Falls Education Center is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yosemite Falls Education Center rank in CA?
Yosemite Falls Education Center ranks #2,649 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yosemite Falls Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Yosemite Falls Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Yosemite Falls Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yosemite Falls Education Center has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yosemite Falls Education Center a charter school?
No, Yosemite Falls Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yosemite Falls Education Center a Title I school?
No, Yosemite Falls Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yosemite Falls Education Center?
60.6% of students at Yosemite Falls Education Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Madera County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.5%
- Phone
- (559) 683-8801
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
Yosemite Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,414
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,598
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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