BACK BAY HIGH SCHOOL

Back Bay High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Newport-Mesa Unified school district, located in Costa Mesa, CA with about 171 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 13 teachers, Back Bay High 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.

Back Bay High School, located in Costa Mesa, California, is a continuation high school within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District. It is designed to serve students who may benefit from a more personalized, flexible, and supportive educational environment than what is typically offered in a traditional comprehensive high school setting. By focusing on smaller class sizes and individualized instruction, the school aims to help students who have fallen behind in credits or who require a different approach to academic success to graduate and prepare for their future goals.

The school places a strong emphasis on student agency, credit recovery, and social-emotional support to ensure that every student has a clear path toward a high school diploma. Beyond academics, Back Bay High seeks to foster a welcoming community culture that prioritizes student engagement and personal development. As part of the broader Newport-Mesa district, it utilizes district resources and curricula while maintaining its unique identity as an alternative education campus dedicated to helping students overcome barriers to academic achievement.

For more information, contact Back Bay High at (949) 515-6900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.