COME BACK KIDS

Come Back Kids is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Riverside County Office of Education school district, located in Riverside, CA with about 636 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 28 teachers, Come Back Kids 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.

The **Come Back Kids (CBK)** program, operated by the Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE), is a specialized academic initiative designed for students who have previously dropped out of the traditional school system or are at risk of doing so. The program provides a flexible, personalized educational pathway for individuals aged 18 to 24 to complete their high school graduation requirements or earn their high school equivalency. By focusing on individualized instruction and self-paced learning, the program caters to students who need to balance their education with work, family responsibilities, or other personal commitments.

Beyond traditional academics, Come Back Kids emphasizes a supportive environment aimed at helping students transition into post-secondary education, vocational training, or the workforce. Because it is administered through the RCOE, the program leverages resources across Riverside County to offer robust counseling and career guidance. Ultimately, the school serves as a "second chance" institution, dedicated to removing barriers to success and empowering students to achieve the credentials necessary for long-term professional and personal growth.

For more information, contact Come Back Kids at (951) 826-6461 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.