California Heritage Youthbuild Academy II District

Situated in a midsize suburban setting within Northern California, the California Heritage Youthbuild Academy II District is an active, independent charter school district located at 8544 Airport Road in Redding. Serving high school students exclusively across grades 9 through 12, the district operates a single school dedicated to providing a tailored secondary education experience. The student body currently numbers 140 learners, spanning 33 ninth graders, 30 tenth graders, 40 eleventh graders, and 37 twelfth graders. Demographically, the student population includes 87 White, 25 Hispanic, 13 multiracial, 10 American Indian, and 3 Black students, with 85 young men and 53 young women enrolled.

To foster a supportive and focused academic environment, the district employs a specialized team of nearly 38 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes approximately 10 full-time equivalent teachers and 28 support personnel, maintaining a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of roughly 14 to 1 that enables personalized instruction and guidance. As an independent local educational agency for federal programs, the district offers a unique organizational model suited for researchers studying alternative high school frameworks, as well as families seeking targeted secondary learning opportunities. Community members and prospective students can explore more about the academy’s programs online at chybacharter.com or by contacting the district directly at (530) 378-5254.