DUNHAM CHARTER

Dunham Charter is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Dunham Elementary school district, located in Petaluma, CA with about 183 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 7 teachers, Dunham Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.

Dunham Charter School, located in the rural setting of Petaluma, California, is a small, single-school district that emphasizes a tight-knit, community-oriented approach to education. Serving a modest student population, the school prides itself on providing a personalized learning environment where small class sizes allow teachers to focus on the individual academic and social needs of each student. Its curriculum is designed to foster a love for learning while maintaining high academic standards, often leveraging the unique landscape of its Roblar Road location to integrate nature-based or hands-on enrichment activities.

As a charter school, Dunham operates with a degree of autonomy that allows it to maintain a distinct school culture characterized by strong parent involvement and a collaborative atmosphere. The school emphasizes traditional values and fundamental skills, aiming to prepare students for success in secondary education and beyond. By combining the benefits of a close-community feel with a commitment to modern educational goals, Dunham Charter serves as a dedicated resource for families in the Petaluma area looking for a supportive and stable academic foundation.

For more information, contact Dunham Charter at (707) 795-5050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.