Sage Oak Charter School - South

Sage Oak Charter School - South is a K-12 public charter school in Redlands, California, serving 583 students with a highly personalized learning environment, evidenced by an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of just 5 to 1.

The school consistently outperforms state averages in key areas, with 57% of students proficient in English (vs. 49% state), 42% in math (vs. 37% state), and a remarkably high 88% graduation rate. It also excels in keeping students engaged, with a chronic absenteeism rate of only 2.6%, far below the state average of 19.4%. This strong performance is achieved with efficient per-student spending of $12,242, which is notably lower than some nearby alternatives like the Redlands eAcademy but yields comparable or better academic results.

When compared to other local alternative schools, Sage Oak Charter School - South stands out for its consistent success. For instance, it maintains a 0% dropout rate, while nearby schools like Mojave River Academy - National Trails report rates as high as 28%. The strength of the Sage Oak model is further suggested by the high performance of other schools under the same charter, such as Sage Oak Charter School- Keppel. This indicates a replicable approach focused on small-group instruction that effectively supports a socioeconomically diverse student population.