Serving 27 students in grades 7-12, Feather River Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Feather River Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Feather River Academy's student population of 27 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Huskies
School Rankings
Feather River Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Feather River Academy is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5359 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskies
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Feather River Academy's ranking?
Feather River Academy is ranked #5359 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Feather River Academy?
The graduation rate of Feather River Academy is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Feather River Academy?
27 students attend Feather River Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Feather River Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Feather River Academy?
Feather River Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Feather River Academy offer ?
Feather River Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Feather River Academy part of?
Feather River Academy is part of Sutter County Office Of Education School District.
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