Serving 7 students in grades 4-8, Shelter Cove ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelter Cove ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shelter Cove's student population of 7 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Shelter Cove ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelter Cove is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
29%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelter Cove's ranking?
Shelter Cove is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shelter Cove?
7 students attend Shelter Cove.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Shelter Cove students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelter Cove?
Shelter Cove has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shelter Cove offer ?
Shelter Cove offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Shelter Cove part of?
Shelter Cove is part of Fort Bragg Unified School District.
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