MOUNTAIN OAKS

Mountain Oaks is a public charter school that is part of the Calaveras County Office of Education school district, located in San Andreas, CA with about 458 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 19 teachers, Mountain Oaks 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.

Mountain Oaks, located in San Andreas, California, is a public charter school that serves as a resource-based learning center for K-12 students. Operating under the Calaveras Unified School District, the school is designed for families seeking an alternative to the traditional classroom setting, particularly those interested in personalized learning, independent study, and home-schooling support. Its curriculum emphasizes flexibility, allowing parents to take an active role in their child’s education while utilizing school-provided resources, instructional materials, and guidance from credentialed teachers.

The school is well-regarded for its collaborative approach, fostering a close-knit community that blends the autonomy of home education with the structure and accountability of a public school program. By offering individualized learning plans, Mountain Oaks caters to a diverse range of student needs, including those who may excel in a non-traditional environment or require a schedule that accommodates specialized interests. Through its focus on parent-teacher partnerships and student-centered growth, Mountain Oaks provides a unique educational model that prioritizes academic excellence alongside the developmental needs of the individual student.

For more information, contact Mountain Oaks at (888) 686-6257 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.