Community Collaborative Charter

Community Collaborative Charter is a K-12 alternative school serving 649 students in McClellan, CA, operating within its own Community Collaborative Charter District and characterized by a high level of economic need among its student population.

Academically, the school faces significant challenges, with proficiency rates in English, Math, and Science well below state averages; for example, only 7.85% of students were proficient in math in 2024-2025, compared to 37.3% statewide. Its graduation rate, while improving to 54.1%, also remains far below the state average. However, the school has a very low student-teacher ratio of 13.9-to-1 and spends over $17,700 per student, which are favorable resources compared to many other schools.

Interesting comparisons with nearby alternative schools reveal a complex picture. While Visions In Education and Heritage Peak Charter achieve much higher academic results with larger class sizes and lower per-student spending, Community Collaborative Charter performs better than some extreme cases like Highlands Community Charter. Notably, its neighbor just down the street, Community Outreach Academy, serves a similarly high-needs population but has significantly higher proficiency rates, suggesting school-specific practices are a major factor. Recent positive trends, including improved attendance and graduation rates, indicate the school may be building a foundation for future academic growth.