Serving 5 students in grades 6-12, Earle Jamieson Educational Options ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is equal to the California state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Earle Jamieson Educational Options's student population of 5 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Through exemplary countywide leadership, facilitation and support, the Nevada County Superintendent of Schools programs and staff will create, sustain and encourage high-quality educational programs for all students.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Earle Jamieson Educational Options is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
n/a
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Earle Jamieson Educational Options?
The graduation rate of Earle Jamieson Educational Options is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Earle Jamieson Educational Options?
5 students attend Earle Jamieson Educational Options.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Earle Jamieson Educational Options students are White, and 20% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Earle Jamieson Educational Options?
Earle Jamieson Educational Options has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Earle Jamieson Educational Options offer ?
Earle Jamieson Educational Options offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Earle Jamieson Educational Options part of?
Earle Jamieson Educational Options is part of Nevada County Office Of Education School District.
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