Serving 182 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Northern Summit Academy - Shasta ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Summit Academy - Shasta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northern Summit Academy - Shasta's student population of 182 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northern Summit Academy - Shasta ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Summit Academy - Shasta is 0.43, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2921 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
74%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Northern Summit Academy - Shasta
- The mission of Northern Summit Academy is to "provide a personalized approach to providing a standards based education and career awareness and preparation to students who need the flexibility of independent study combined with the support of classroom teachers, classes, and an academic environment."
- Northern Summit Academy's (NSA) personalized approach and delivery utilizes traditional and innovative materials, equipment, techniques, and community resources with an emphasis on collaborative relationships. Active collaboration among students, families, administration, support staff, and the community develop the students' self-assurance, self-reliance, and a positive and reciprocal relationship with individuals and the community.
- The success of NSA will be determined by three overarching goals:
- Progress for all students toward academic proficiency
- High school graduation
- Post high school education or training, and/or employment
- NSA nurtures students to take responsibility for creating a fulfilling, healthy life. To do this, we support them in developing this level of personal responsibility through personalized instruction, up to date resources, and healthy adult and peer relationships and activities. These supports help develop healthy personal habits, collaborative work and social skills, and career goals and skills. NSA is committed to equipping the students to meet the complex challenges of the 21st century. It is imperative that these habits and skills be seen as having value and relevancy on a personal and community level.
- The collaborative support system at Northern Summit Academy enables each student, parent/guardian, staff member and involved community member to contribute to developing each student as a valuable individual and a valuable, contributing community member. In addition, this collaboration provides opportunities for parent/guardians, staff members, and community members to realize their own value as individuals and contributing community members.
- Northern Summit Academy is a California Non-profit 501(3)(c) organization.
- We are located at 2301 Balls Ferry Road in Anderson, California.
- Our office hours are 8:00am 3:00pm from Monday through Friday.
Profile last updated: 08/20/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Summit Academy - Shasta's ranking?
Northern Summit Academy - Shasta is ranked #2921 out of 3,649 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern Summit Academy - Shasta?
The graduation rate of Northern Summit Academy - Shasta is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northern Summit Academy - Shasta?
182 students attend Northern Summit Academy - Shasta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Northern Summit Academy - Shasta students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Summit Academy - Shasta?
Northern Summit Academy - Shasta has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northern Summit Academy - Shasta offer ?
Northern Summit Academy - Shasta offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Northern Summit Academy - Shasta part of?
Northern Summit Academy - Shasta is part of Northern Summit Academy Shasta School District.
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