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#4813 of 9,539 schools in CA
Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy
Elementary School · Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy District
PO Box 430, Oregon House, CA 95962
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
28.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
28.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,813 of 9,539
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy
Elementary School in Oregon House · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy
Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy is a public elementary school in Oregon House, CA, part of Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy District. Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 28.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,813 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy 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 Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy 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.
Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy runs 28.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy — Students at Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 9.7/10.
How Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy Compares
See how Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 430, Oregon House, CA 95962
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nevada City School of the Arts (rated 8.8/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Nevada City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Camptonville Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Camptonville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Williams Ranch Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Penn Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oregon House, see our Oregon House schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dobbins Elementary Dobbins | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Williams Ranch Elementary Penn Valley | 7.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Yuba Feather Elementary Challenge | 8.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Nevada City School of the Arts Nevada City | 9.7 mi | 8.8 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bangor | 8.5 mi | — |
| Bangor Union Elementary Bangor | 8.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Berry Creek Elementary Bangor | 8.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Foothill Intermediate Marysville | 9.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Loma Rica Elementary Marysville | 9.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Vantage Point Charter Penn Valley | 12.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Ready Springs Elementary Penn Valley | 12.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ANANDA LIVING WISDOM SCHOOL Nevada City | 10.2 mi | — |
| Ananda Living Wisdom School Nevada City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Browns Valley Elementary Browns Valley | 12.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Yuba River Charter Grass Valley | 12.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Camptonville Elementary Camptonville | 12.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Margaret G. Scotten Elementary Grass Valley | 13.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Lyman Gilmore Middle Grass Valley | 13.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Echo Ridge Christian School Nevada City | 13.0 mi | — |
| ECHO RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nevada City | 13.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95962 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,500
Median Home Value
$371,700
Population
1,136
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
78.4%
Poverty Rate
1.1%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy
What grades does Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy serve?
Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy?
Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy is 28.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy rank in CA?
Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy ranks #4,813 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy a charter school?
Yes, Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy a Title I school?
No, Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy?
64.5% of students at Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Yuba County
- Phone
- (530) 692-2210
Resources & Links
District
Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy District- District Enrollment
- 169
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,239
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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