Chrysalis Charter

Tucked into the small, tight-knit community of Palo Cedro — a quiet foothill town just east of Redding — Chrysalis Charter draws families who want something a little different from a traditional public school experience. As a K-8 charter, it keeps kids in one community through the middle school years, which tends to build a strong sense of belonging that parents in this area really value. With solid science scores and above-average English performance, it's a good fit for families in the North State looking for an engaged, whole-child approach without having to drive into the city.