HELEN HUNT JACKSON COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL

Helen Hunt Jackson College Prep High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Hemet Unified school district, located in Hemet, CA with about 280 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Helen Hunt Jackson College Prep High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Helen Hunt Jackson College Prep High School is a public charter school located in Hemet, California, operating under the Hemet Unified School District. The school is designed to offer a unique, flexible educational environment, often utilizing a "blended learning" model that combines independent study with on-campus instructional support. This approach is specifically tailored for students who may thrive outside of a traditional, five-day-a-week comprehensive high school setting, providing them with the opportunity to earn a high school diploma through a more personalized and self-paced curriculum.

The school emphasizes college and career readiness by providing students with individualized learning plans and access to rigorous academic standards. By focusing on smaller class sizes and a supportive, mentorship-based culture, Helen Hunt Jackson College Prep aims to remove barriers to academic success for a diverse student population. Whether students are looking to accelerate their graduation timeline, balance extracurricular commitments, or simply require a different pedagogical approach, the school provides a structured alternative aimed at fostering student autonomy and long-term educational goals.

For more information, contact Helen Hunt Jackson College Prep High School at (951) 765-5193 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.