Redwood Preparatory Charter District

Nestled at 1480 Ross Hill Road in the remote town of Fortuna, California, Redwood Preparatory Charter District serves as an active, independent charter district within the greater Eureka-Arcata metropolitan region. Operating a single dedicated public campus, the district provides a comprehensive elementary and middle school curriculum spanning from Kindergarten through eighth grade. Functioning as its own local educational agency for federal programs, this open district fosters a focused learning environment designed to nurture academic development, character, and community connection throughout a student’s foundational school years.

For the 2024–2025 academic year, the district educates a close-knit student body of 236 pupils, maintaining steady grade-level cohorts that reflect the vibrant diversity of its northern California region. To ensure strong academic outcomes and personalized attention, the school is backed by a robust workforce of 44 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes 20 certified teachers—yielding an enviable student-to-teacher ratio of under 12 to 1—complemented by more than six instructional aides and nearly 18 support staff personnel. This comprehensive staffing structure allows the district to offer tailored instruction and strong socio-emotional support, making it an appealing choice for families and an insightful model for educational researchers studying small-town charter performance.