OPTIONS FOR YOUTH-SAN JUAN

Options for Youth-San Juan is a public charter high school that is part of the San Juan Unified school district, located in Carmichael, CA with about 1,108 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, Options for Youth-San Juan has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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 Juan, located in Carmichael, California, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades 7–12. Operating as a program under the Options for Youth network, the school is specifically designed to provide an alternative educational path for students who may not thrive in a traditional classroom setting. Their model focuses on personalized learning, offering a blend of independent study and teacher-led instruction that allows students to work at their own pace while maintaining a flexible schedule.

The school places a strong emphasis on credit recovery and individualized academic support, making it an ideal environment for students who need to catch up on credits, those who are working, or individuals who simply prefer a more self-directed academic experience. Beyond academics, the San Juan location integrates social-emotional support and career readiness into its curriculum to help students prepare for post-secondary success. By fostering a supportive, smaller-scale community, OFY-San Juan aims to remove common barriers to graduation and provide a pathway for students to earn their high school diplomas in an environment that prioritizes their unique goals and personal circumstances.

For more information, contact Options for Youth-San Juan at (626) 921-8200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.