Mountain Elementary

Del Norte County Unified
55 Azalea Ln.
Gasquet, CA 95543
44 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Mountain Elementary is a public school located in the small, rural community of Gasquet, California. Situated within the Del Norte County Unified School District, the school serves a close-knit population in a region defined by its proximity to the Smith River and the surrounding Six Rivers National Forest. Because of its remote location, the school plays a central role in the local community, offering an intimate educational environment that emphasizes personalized attention and a strong connection to the unique natural landscape of Northern California.

As part of the Del Norte County school system, Mountain Elementary follows the district’s broader commitment to providing comprehensive academic instruction while supporting the diverse needs of its student body. The school is known for its quiet, scenic setting, which provides a peaceful backdrop for learning. Families and community members interested in specific programs, current enrollment policies, or school calendars can access further information through the district’s official website at http://www.delnorte.k12.ca.us.
44
Total Students
3.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    28 (63.6%)
  • Hispanic
    11 (25.0%)
  • Two or More
    2 (4.5%)
  • American Indian
    2 (4.5%)
  • Asian
    1 (2.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Del Norte County Unified
Phone: (707)457-3211
Website: http://www.mtelementary.org
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 44
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 3.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 20
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 2

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 4
Grade 1 5
Grade 2 5
Grade 3 6
Grade 4 5
Grade 5 3
Grade 6 6
Grade 7 7
Grade 8 3
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Redwood Elementary
Del Norte County Unified
452 Students
6900 Lake Earl Dr.
Crescent City, CA 95531 (9.8 miles away)
Elementary School K - 8th