SUMMIT PUBLIC SCHOOL: SHASTA

Summit Public School: Shasta is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Jefferson Union High school district, located in Daly City, CA with about 452 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 20 teachers, Summit Public School: Shasta has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Summit Public School: Shasta is a tuition-free, public charter high school located in Daly City, California. Part of the larger Summit Public Schools network, the campus is designed to provide a personalized learning experience that emphasizes both academic rigor and the development of essential life skills. The school operates on a philosophy that combines project-based learning with a strong mentorship model, aiming to ensure that every student is well-prepared for success in four-year colleges and their future careers.

At the core of the school's approach is the belief that students should be the drivers of their own education. Students work on long-term, interdisciplinary projects that require critical thinking and collaboration, while utilizing a self-directed digital platform to track their individual progress. By pairing this academic structure with dedicated teachers who act as mentors, Summit Shasta creates a supportive environment focused on cultivating self-advocacy, personal responsibility, and a sense of belonging within the school community.

For more information, contact Summit Public School: Shasta at (650) 556-1110 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.