MOUNTAIN HOME CHARTER (ALTERNATIVE)

Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Yosemite Unified school district, located in Oakhurst, CA with about 351 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 11 teachers, Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) has a student/teacher ratio of about 31:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mountain Home Charter, located in Oakhurst, California, is a public alternative school that functions as a personalized learning institution. Unlike a traditional classroom-based school, it emphasizes a parent-guided, teacher-supported model. The program is designed to provide families with the flexibility to tailor educational pathways to their children’s specific interests and learning styles, often utilizing a blend of home-based instruction and supplemental enrichment activities.

The school serves a wide range of grade levels (TK-12) and is recognized for its commitment to individualized education. By working closely with credentialed teachers, parents act as the primary facilitators of their child's curriculum, which allows for a high degree of autonomy in pacing and subject matter. This approach makes Mountain Home Charter a popular choice for families seeking a customized, non-traditional learning environment that balances the rigor of state academic standards with the freedom of independent study.

For more information, contact Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) at (559) 642-1422 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.