Kings Canyon Online
Charter School
136 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
The Dunlap Leadership Academy, located in the rural community of Dunlap, California, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Kings Canyon Unified School District. As a smaller, alternative learning environment, the academy is designed to provide students with a more personalized academic experience that emphasizes character development, responsibility, and leadership skills. By leveraging its unique setting, the school focuses on fostering a close-knit community where students can receive individualized attention to help them meet their academic goals and prepare for life after graduation.
The academy’s mission centers on the holistic growth of its students, encouraging them to take an active role in their education through mentorship and community involvement. While the school maintains the core academic standards of the Kings Canyon Unified School District, its curriculum is often structured to be flexible, supporting students who may benefit from a non-traditional classroom setting. Through its commitment to integrity and leadership, the Dunlap Leadership Academy serves as a vital resource for students looking to overcome challenges and achieve success in a supportive, smaller-scale school environment.
The academy’s mission centers on the holistic growth of its students, encouraging them to take an active role in their education through mentorship and community involvement. While the school maintains the core academic standards of the Kings Canyon Unified School District, its curriculum is often structured to be flexible, supporting students who may benefit from a non-traditional classroom setting. Through its commitment to integrity and leadership, the Dunlap Leadership Academy serves as a vital resource for students looking to overcome challenges and achieve success in a supportive, smaller-scale school environment.
136
Total Students
6.5
Full-Time Teachers
20.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 33 |
| Hispanic | 90 |
| Black | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 5 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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Hispanic90 (66.2 %)
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White33 (24.3 %)
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Two or More5 (3.7 %)
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Asian4 (2.9 %)
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American Indian3 (2.2 %)
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Black1 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Primarily virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Kings Canyon Joint Unified |
| Phone: | (559)305-7320 |
| Website: | http://www.kcusd.com |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 136 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 6.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 20.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 107 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 25 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
2
Grade 1
5
Grade 2
2
Grade 3
3
Grade 4
1
Grade 5
7
Grade 6
3
Grade 7
12
Grade 8
15
Grade 9
12
Grade 10
16
Grade 11
38
Grade 12
20
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 2 |
| Grade 1 | 5 |
| Grade 2 | 2 |
| Grade 3 | 3 |
| Grade 4 | 1 |
| Grade 5 | 7 |
| Grade 6 | 3 |
| Grade 7 | 12 |
| Grade 8 | 15 |
| Grade 9 | 12 |
| Grade 10 | 16 |
| Grade 11 | 38 |
| Grade 12 | 20 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 82 | 60.3% |
| Male | 54 | 39.7% |