NORTHERN SUMMIT ACADEMY

Northern Summit Academy is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Whitmore Union Elementary school district, located in Anderson, CA with about 137 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 5 teachers, Northern Summit Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.

Northern Summit Academy (NSA) is a tuition-free, public charter school located in Anderson, California, serving students in transitional kindergarten through 12th grade. The school operates as a personalized learning institution, focusing on a home-school or independent study model rather than a traditional five-day-a-week classroom setting. By partnering parents with credentialed teachers, the academy allows families to customize educational paths to fit the unique academic needs, interests, and learning styles of individual students.

The school emphasizes a collaborative environment where students can pursue a flexible schedule while still benefiting from academic support, enrichment activities, and community interaction. Through its personalized approach, Northern Summit Academy aims to empower students to take ownership of their learning, ensuring that they gain the necessary skills for college and career readiness while maintaining the flexibility required for families seeking an alternative to the conventional school system.

For more information, contact Northern Summit Academy at (530) 377-5885 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.