Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy

About Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy

Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy (YESA) is an innovative charter school located in the Yuba City, California, area. YESA offers a unique educational experience that focuses on the environment and sustainability. Students at YESA are provided with a comprehensive education that incorporates the latest scientific research and technology.
YESA’s curriculum is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to become successful environmental stewards. Students learn about the natural environment, sustainable practices, and the impact of human activities on the environment. They also explore the connections between the environment, technology, and society.
YESA offers a variety of programs and activities to engage students in environmental learning. From field trips to hands-on projects, students are exposed to a variety of learning opportunities. YESA also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including environmental clubs, outdoor activities, and community service projects.
YESA strives to create a safe, supportive, and inspiring learning environment for all students. The school has a strong commitment to social justice and equity, and works to ensure that all students have access to a quality education. YESA is dedicated to preparing students to become informed citizens and responsible stewards of the environment.

Address:	9841 Texas Hill Rd. Oregon House, CA 95962
Phone:	(530) 692-2210
Site:	yescharteracademy.org
Grades:	K – 8
Enrollment:	141 students

Overview Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy

Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy serves 141 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy

Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy is 0.66, 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.