Mid Valley Alternative Charter

www.kitcarsonschool.com

Charter School 56 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

Mid Valley Alternative Charter, located in Hanford, California, operates under the Kit Carson Union School District. Designed as an educational option for students seeking a non-traditional learning environment, the school focuses on providing a personalized approach to academics. It serves as a vital resource for families in the region who are looking for flexibility, smaller class settings, and a curriculum tailored to meet the specific needs of individual students who may not thrive in a conventional comprehensive high school environment.

As part of the Kit Carson school community, the charter emphasizes academic accountability while fostering a supportive atmosphere. By utilizing the resources of the district, Mid Valley provides students with the opportunity to earn their diplomas through a structured yet adaptable program. The school is committed to helping students overcome barriers to education, ensuring they remain on track for graduation and are prepared for their post-secondary goals, whether that involves transitioning to college, vocational training, or the workforce.

Total Students

2.6

Full-Time Teachers

21.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

73.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Mid Valley Alternative Charter
Demographic	Student Count
White	11
Hispanic	35
Asian	2
Two or More	7
American Indian	1

Hispanic
35 (62.5 %)
White
11 (19.6 %)
Two or More
7 (12.5 %)
Asian
2 (3.6 %)
American Indian
1 (1.8 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	Exclusively virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Kit Carson Union Elementary
Phone:	(559)583-1149
Website:	http://www.kitcarsonschool.com
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	56
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	2.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.8
NSLP Participation:¹	N/A
Qualified Free Lunch:	38
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	3

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 3

Grade 1 5

Grade 2 7

Grade 3 6

Grade 4 6

Grade 5 5

Grade 6 6

Grade 7 9

Grade 8 9

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Mid Valley Alternative Charter
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	3
Grade 1	5
Grade 2	7
Grade 3	6
Grade 4	6
Grade 5	5
Grade 6	6
Grade 7	9
Grade 8	9

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Mid Valley Alternative Charter
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	37	66.1%
Male	19	33.9%

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