At a glance
Reported students
720
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
28.9
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
60th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
720
Options for Youth-San Juan: 720 reported students.
State peer staffing position
91st percentile
24.9:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. 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
- 817
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.3:1
What the reported data says about Options for Youth-San Juan
Options for Youth-San Juan is a public high school serving grades 07–12 in Carmichael. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Options for Youth-San Juan District. NCES reports 720 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 60th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24.9:1, above the California median of 19.2:1 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 Hispanic or Latino (34.4%) and White (33.2%). English learners represent 4.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 21.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 8 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Options for Youth-San Juan
- 1How do the reported 24.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 28.9 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 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 21.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 74.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- 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
- White33.2%
- Hispanic34.4%
- Black13.1%
- Asian3.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.7%
- Multiracial11.5%
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
8 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as 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.
Public schools near Options for Youth-San Juan
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Campo High High · San Juan Unified | 09–12 | 1,548 | 1 mi |
| Laurel Ruff Transition High · San Juan Unified | 12–12 | 142 | 1.1 mi |
| La Entrada Continuation High High · San Juan Unified | 09–12 | 102 | 1.2 mi |
| La Vista Center High · San Juan Unified | 06–12 | 28 | 2.2 mi |
| Foothill High High · Twin Rivers Unified | 09–12 | 1,417 | 2.4 mi |
| Mira Loma High High · San Juan Unified | 09–12 | 1,655 | 2.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Options for Youth-San Juan
What grades does Options for Youth-San Juan serve?
Options for Youth-San Juan reports grades 07–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Options for Youth-San Juan District.
How many students attend Options for Youth-San Juan?
Options for Youth-San Juan reported 720 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 60th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 817 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Options for Youth-San Juan?
The calculated ratio is 24.9:1, based on 720 students and 28.9 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Options for Youth-San Juan a public, charter, or magnet school?
Options for Youth-San Juan 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 Options for Youth-San Juan students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
74.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Options for Youth-San Juan in?
Options for Youth-San Juan is part of Options for Youth-San Juan District, based in Carmichael, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Options for Youth-San Juan?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Del Campo High (1 mi), Laurel Ruff Transition (1.1 mi), La Entrada Continuation High (1.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.