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.
94
Total Students
5.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Grizzly Hill
Demographic Student Count
White71
Hispanic13
Two or More9
American Indian1
  • White
    71 (75.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    13 (13.8 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (9.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Grizzly Hill
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten12
Grade 17
Grade 29
Grade 310
Grade 411
Grade 514
Grade 66
Grade 78
Grade 817
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Grizzly Hill
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female4648.9%
Male4851.1%