CHARTER SCHOOL OF MORGAN HILL

Charter School of Morgan Hill is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Morgan Hill Unified school district, located in Morgan Hill, CA with about 646 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 31 teachers, Charter School of Morgan Hill has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

The Charter School of Morgan Hill (CSMH) is a tuition-free, independent public charter school serving students from transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. Founded in 2002 by a group of local parents and educators, the school operates on a philosophy that emphasizes strong community involvement, high academic standards, and a collaborative partnership between home and school. The campus is designed to foster a tight-knit environment where students are encouraged to take an active role in their education while developing personal character and social responsibility.

Academically, CSMH is known for its rigorous curriculum and its commitment to the "Project Cornerstone" and "Responsive Classroom" approaches, which focus on social-emotional learning alongside core subjects. The school prides itself on its high level of parent participation—a requirement for families—which supports a wide range of extracurricular activities, enrichment programs, and campus enhancements. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a clear set of community values, the Charter School of Morgan Hill strives to provide a personalized, comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for success in high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Charter School of Morgan Hill at (408) 463-0618 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.