At a glance
Reported students
845
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
40.32
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California other enrollment
82nd percentile
Compared with 564 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
129.5
Forest Charter: 845 reported students.
State peer staffing position
66th percentile
21:1 reported; state peer median 18:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 742
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41.84
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.7:1
What the reported data says about Forest Charter
Forest Charter is a public combined / other school serving grades KG–12 in Nevada City. It is one of 5 current school records connected to Nevada County Office of Education. NCES reports 845 students for 2024–25.
Among 564 combined / other schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 220 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 82nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21:1, above the California median of 18:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (78%) and Hispanic or Latino (12.3%). Students served under IDEA represent 18.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 3 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Forest Charter
- 1How do the reported 21:1 student–teacher ratio and 40.32 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1.05 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- Students with disabilities
- 18.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 44.5%
- Lunch program
- Missing
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1.05
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White78%
- Hispanic12.3%
- Black0.5%
- Asian0.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial6.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
3 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Nevada County Office of Education
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Early Childhood Education
Other · Grades Not reported
Enrollment not reported
Twin Ridges Home Study Charter
Elementary · Grades KG–08
208 reported students
Nevada County Special Education
Elementary · Grades KG–08
51 reported students
Earle Jamieson Educational Options
High · Grades 06–12
5 reported students
Public schools near Forest Charter
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Hills Intermediate Middle · Nevada City Elementary | 04–08 | 432 | 0.4 mi |
| Early Childhood Education Other · Nevada County Office of Education | Not reported | — | 1.7 mi |
| Grass Valley Preschool Other · Grass Valley Elementary | Not reported | — | 3.5 mi |
| Twin Ridges Special Education Preschool Other · Twin Ridges Elementary | Not reported | — | 8.3 mi |
| Vantage Point Charter Other · Charter · Penn Valley Union Elementary | KG–12 | 33 | 9.4 mi |
| Penn Valley Union Special Education Preschool Other · Penn Valley Union Elementary | Not reported | — | 9.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Forest Charter
What grades does Forest Charter serve?
Forest Charter reports grades KG–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school in Nevada County Office of Education.
How many students attend Forest Charter?
Forest Charter reported 845 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 82nd percentile among 564 California combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 742 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Forest Charter?
The calculated ratio is 21:1, based on 845 students and 40.32 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 18:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Forest Charter a public, charter, or magnet school?
Forest Charter is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Forest Charter students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
44.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Forest Charter in?
Forest Charter is part of Nevada County Office of Education, based in Grass Valley, CA, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Forest Charter?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Seven Hills Intermediate (0.4 mi), Early Childhood Education (1.7 mi), Grass Valley Preschool (3.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.