River Oak Charter School

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River Oak Charter School

Charter Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-8
555 Leslie St,  Ukiah, CA
2.3
3.8
245 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Rima Meechan
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
42%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
11
Full Time Teachers
11
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
19.6%
State Average
19.4%
Science
18.6%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
161:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.2%
Female
47.3%
White
59.6%
Hispanic
24.1%
Two or more races
6.9%
Native American
3.3%
Asian
3.3%
Black
2%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.3 2 Reviews
2.0 Parent
11/23/2023
There seems to be a lot of hype around that school, which my husband and I don't really understand. In addition to the typical issues every school deals with, there's the problem of the underlying ideology that informs Waldorf. There appears to be a gap between the staff and families; some feel the school isn't Waldorf enough, while many parents, including us, think there's too much of that Waldorf nonsense. I don't feel that students in need are well-supported, and those who could shine academically are presented with challenging work here.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 6 Reviews
1.0 parent
6/17/2026
We had two boys at this school from 2022-2025. The oldest went for K through 2nd and was entering third grade, the youngest was starting his second year of Kindergarten because they didn't have room for him in first grade when we pulled both of them out of River Oak Charter School. Our oldest was bu...
5.0 parent
2/15/2026
What a gem this school is. Band, art, woodshop, sports, caring teachers. Stellar academics. I have yet to meet one staff member that doesn’t care. Run, don’t walk, to get your child into this school. Special education is top notch.
2.0 parent
7/2/2025
While the school may look impressive on the surface, our experience has been disappointing. I wish our child had received more support when struggling, and also more opportunities for challenge when things came easily. The teaching style feels very traditional and teacher-centered, expecting all stu...
5.0 parent
4/14/2025
I'm so grateful my daughter gets to attend this free public Waldorf school! We've been at the school for 5 years now and she loves school, especially music, watercolor painting, crochet and the hands-on projects. The teachers here really care about their students and the school encourages parent par...

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River Oak Charter School is a charter school for students in grades K-8 located at 555 Leslie St in Ukiah, CA. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 245 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. River Oak Charter School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Redwood Collegiate Academy, Sequoia Career Academy, La Vida Charter School, and more. Learn more about what Ukiah has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near River Oak Charter School.

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