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Gold Rush Home Study Charter

Summerville Union High · Tuolumne County · 16331 Hidden Valley Road, Sonora, CA 95370-9228

(209) 532-9781 · www.grcschool.org

6/10
#147
Rank 147 out of 337
Top 43%
English Language Arts6/10 · #163 · 52nd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #158 · 53rd percentile
Science7/10 · #123 · 64th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the Sierra Nevada foothills, Gold Rush Home Study Charter offers families in the Sonora area a flexible, charter-backed alternative to traditional schooling, spanning kindergarten all the way through high school under one program. It's a natural fit for families who value independence and self-directed learning, particularly in a region where the gold country lifestyle already lends itself to a close-knit, community-driven way of life. Sonora itself is a charming small town with a strong sense of local identity, outdoor access in every direction, and the kind of environment where an at-home education can feel like a genuine extension of the community rather than a retreat from it.

Student Demographics

191 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
144 (75%)
Hispanic
30 (16%)
Multiple Races
8 (4%)
African American
3 (2%)
Other
6 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners4 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged85 (45%)
Students with Disabilities30 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

430
Enrollment
22.1
Teachers (FTE)
19.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
8.6
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

84.5%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #554 · 7th percentile

7 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among K-12 Schools in California.