Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Northern Summit Academy Shasta ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Summit Academy Shasta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northern Summit Academy Shasta's student population of 215 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Summit Academy Shasta ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Summit Academy Shasta is 0.51, 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
#7106 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
67%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Northern Summit Academy - Shasta
- The mission of Northern Summit Academy is to "provide a personalized approach to providing a standards based education and career awareness and preparation to students who need the flexibility of independent study combined with the support of classroom teachers, classes, and an academic environment."
- Northern Summit Academy's (NSA) personalized approach and delivery utilizes traditional and innovative materials, equipment, techniques, and community resources with an emphasis on collaborative relationships. Active collaboration among students, families, administration, support staff, and the community develop the students' self-assurance, self-reliance, and a positive and reciprocal relationship with individuals and the community.
- The success of NSA will be determined by three overarching goals:
- Progress for all students toward academic proficiency
- High school graduation
- Post high school education or training, and/or employment
- NSA nurtures students to take responsibility for creating a fulfilling, healthy life. To do this, we support them in developing this level of personal responsibility through personalized instruction, up to date resources, and healthy adult and peer relationships and activities. These supports help develop healthy personal habits, collaborative work and social skills, and career goals and skills. NSA is committed to equipping the students to meet the complex challenges of the 21st century. It is imperative that these habits and skills be seen as having value and relevancy on a personal and community level.
- The collaborative support system at Northern Summit Academy enables each student, parent/guardian, staff member and involved community member to contribute to developing each student as a valuable individual and a valuable, contributing community member. In addition, this collaboration provides opportunities for parent/guardians, staff members, and community members to realize their own value as individuals and contributing community members.
- Northern Summit Academy is a California Non-profit 501(3)(c) organization.
- We are located at 2301 Balls Ferry Road in Anderson, California.
- Our office hours are 8:00am 3:00pm from Monday through Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Summit Academy Shasta's ranking?
Northern Summit Academy Shasta is ranked #7106 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern Summit Academy Shasta?
The graduation rate of Northern Summit Academy Shasta is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northern Summit Academy Shasta?
215 students attend Northern Summit Academy Shasta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Northern Summit Academy Shasta students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Summit Academy Shasta?
Northern Summit Academy Shasta has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northern Summit Academy Shasta offer ?
Northern Summit Academy Shasta offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Northern Summit Academy Shasta part of?
Northern Summit Academy Shasta is part of Northern Summit Academy Shasta School District.
In what neighborhood is Northern Summit Academy Shasta located?
Northern Summit Academy Shasta is located in the Cascade neighborhood of Anderson, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Cascade.
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