Grizzly Hill
94 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Grizzly Hill School, located in the scenic setting of Nevada City, California, is a unique K–8 campus that operates under the Twin Ridges Elementary School District. Situated in the rural foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the school is known for its strong sense of community and commitment to providing a personalized, supportive learning environment. Because of its remote location and smaller student population, the school emphasizes a close-knit educational experience where teachers, students, and families work collaboratively to foster academic growth and social development.
The school’s curriculum is designed to balance core academic standards with the specific needs of its rural student body, often integrating the natural surroundings into the learning process. As part of a small district, Grizzly Hill prioritizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared for the transition to high school. By focusing on individualized attention and a nurturing school culture, the institution strives to be a cornerstone of the North San Juan and Nevada City community, ensuring that even students in more isolated areas receive a high-quality, comprehensive education.
The school’s curriculum is designed to balance core academic standards with the specific needs of its rural student body, often integrating the natural surroundings into the learning process. As part of a small district, Grizzly Hill prioritizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared for the transition to high school. By focusing on individualized attention and a nurturing school culture, the institution strives to be a cornerstone of the North San Juan and Nevada City community, ensuring that even students in more isolated areas receive a high-quality, comprehensive education.
94
Total Students
5.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 71 |
| Hispanic | 13 |
| Two or More | 9 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White71 (75.5 %)
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Hispanic13 (13.8 %)
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Two or More9 (9.6 %)
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American Indian1 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Twin Ridges Elementary |
| Phone: | (530)265-9052 |
| Website: | http://www.twinridgeselementary.com |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 94 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 5.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 86 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 3 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
12
Grade 1
7
Grade 2
9
Grade 3
10
Grade 4
11
Grade 5
14
Grade 6
6
Grade 7
8
Grade 8
17
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 12 |
| Grade 1 | 7 |
| Grade 2 | 9 |
| Grade 3 | 10 |
| Grade 4 | 11 |
| Grade 5 | 14 |
| Grade 6 | 6 |
| Grade 7 | 8 |
| Grade 8 | 17 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 46 | 48.9% |
| Male | 48 | 51.1% |
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