Serving 19 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tulare Support ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tulare Support's student population of 19 students has grown by 111% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tulare Support 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
33%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
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 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Tulare Support?
19 students attend Tulare Support.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Tulare Support students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tulare Support?
Tulare Support has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tulare Support offer ?
Tulare Support offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Tulare Support part of?
Tulare Support is part of Tulare City School District.
School Calendar
View the Tulare Support yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School - Early Dismissal
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School / District Office Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
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