OPTIONS FOR YOUTH-SAN BERNARDINO

Options for Youth-San Bernardino is a public charter high school that is part of the San Bernardino City Unified school district, located in San Bernardino, CA with about 840 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, Options for Youth-San Bernardino has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Options for Youth (OFY)-San Bernardino is a tuition-free, public charter school designed to serve students who may benefit from a more flexible, personalized approach to education than that offered by traditional high schools. Part of a larger network of charter schools in California, OFY-San Bernardino focuses on providing individualized learning plans that allow students to work at their own pace, making it an ideal environment for those who need to balance their studies with personal responsibilities, work, or extracurricular commitments.

The school utilizes a blended learning model, combining independent study with one-on-one instructional support from teachers. This approach is specifically aimed at students who are looking to catch up on credits, graduate early, or simply thrive in a smaller, non-traditional classroom setting. By offering a supportive community and resources tailored to individual student needs, Options for Youth aims to remove barriers to academic success and prepare its students for future college and career opportunities.

For more information, contact Options for Youth-San Bernardino at (626) 685-9300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.