River Oak Charter District

Situated at 555 Leslie Street in Ukiah, California, River Oak Charter District operates as an active, independent charter district nestled within a remote town setting in Mendocino County. Managing a single operational school, the district provides structured educational programming tailored for elementary and middle school students from Kindergarten through eighth grade. Functioning as an independent local educational agency for federal programs, River Oak offers a focused, community-oriented learning environment designed to meet the academic and developmental needs of young learners in the Ukiah area.

During the 2024–2025 school year, the district educates a close-knit student body of 245 children, ranging from a vibrant kindergarten class of 48 down to a graduating eighth-grade cohort of 20. The student population reflects the regional demographic fabric, comprising 145 White students, 59 Hispanic students, 19 students of two or more races, 8 American Indian students, 8 Asian students, and 5 Black students. To deliver personalized instruction and robust student care, River Oak maintains a remarkably strong staffing presence, employing approximately 74 full-time equivalent staff members. This team features 22 dedicated classroom teachers, 17 instructional aides, and 35 support personnel, fostering a highly supportive educational setting with exceptional adult-to-student coverage.