BULLIS CHARTER

Bullis Charter is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Santa Clara County Office of Education school district, located in Los Altos, CA with about 879 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 47 teachers, Bullis Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Bullis Charter School (BCS) is a high-performing, tuition-free public charter school located in Los Altos, California, serving students from transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. Founded in 2004, the school is known for its rigorous academic curriculum, which emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and global citizenship. BCS consistently ranks among the top-performing public schools in the state, offering a specialized focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) that integrates hands-on project work and advanced technology across all grade levels.

The school operates on a philosophy that prioritizes small class sizes, personalized instruction, and a strong partnership between educators, students, and families. Beyond core academics, Bullis Charter places a heavy emphasis on character development, social-emotional learning, and a diverse range of extracurricular opportunities, including visual and performing arts, competitive athletics, and various enrichment clubs. By fostering a challenging yet supportive environment, BCS aims to prepare its graduates for success in top-tier high schools and beyond, maintaining a reputation as a highly sought-after educational option in the Silicon Valley region.

For more information, contact Bullis Charter at (650) 947-4939 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

102 W. Portola Ave.
Los Altos, CA 94022-1210
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BULLIS CHARTER is a public Charter school in Los Altos, CA with about 879 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Santa Clara County Office of Education
Total Students:
879
Teachers:
47.6
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 879 students

Asian
48.2%
White
25.8%
Two or more races
20.3%
Hispanic/Latino
4.2%
Black or African American
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
49.9%
Male
50.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.