Keystone Carmichael/alicante School
School Notes Overview:
Keystone School Carmichael is a non-public special education school. It is the largest non-public school in Northern California, with over 220 students enrolled from over 36 school districts. UHS Keystone School - Carmichael has been accredited since 1998 by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. With an optimal student-to-faculty ratio, UHS Keystone School - Carmichael provides an exceptional learning environment for children with special needs. A team concept is emphasized so that staff members are informed about individual students and their needs. Teachers do quarterly assessments on all students to measure a student’s reading fluency, word recognition, reading comprehension, math computation and writing samples aligned to the state frameworks. UHS Keystone School - Carmichael uses the state-approved curriculum from the San Juan School District. The school’s programs include Why Try and Second Step as well as social skills training. Both PECs and TEACCH are used as teaching and communication methods for autistic and SH students. The school also offers a Special Olympics and athletic program for students as well as re-education curriculum. At UHS Keystone Schools our mission is clear. Helping “at-risk” children and adolescents is our only focus. Working with all populations of youth, we have earned a national reputation as a leader in the field of education and treatment for “at-risk” youth. Finding hope for youth and adolescents who are considered hopeless by others is something we do every day, because for us, giving up on a troubled child is simply not an option....
School Overview:
Keystone Carmichael/alicante School |
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| School Type | Special Education School | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 2 - 12 | |
| County | Sacramento County, CA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 200 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 67% | 37% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 2 - 1 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 3 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 7 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 20 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 10 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 14 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 30 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 20 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 25 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 13 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 16 students | ||
| Unspecified Grade Placement - 41 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 16 teachers | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:11 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 227 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 5 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- Keystone School Carmichael is a non-public special education school. It is the largest non-public school in Northern California, with over 220 students enrolled from over 36 school districts. UHS Keystone School - Carmichael has been accredited since 1998 by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. With an optimal student-to-faculty ratio, UHS Keystone School - Carmichael provides an exceptional learning environment for children with special needs. A team concept is emphasized so that staff members are informed about individual students and their needs. Teachers do quarterly assessments on all students to measure a student’s reading fluency, word recognition, reading comprehension, math computation and writing samples aligned to the state frameworks. UHS Keystone School - Carmichael uses the state-approved curriculum from the San Juan School District. The school’s programs include Why Try and Second Step as well as social skills training. Both PECs and TEACCH are used as teaching and communication methods for autistic and SH students. The school also offers a Special Olympics and athletic program for students as well as re-education curriculum. At UHS Keystone Schools our mission is clear. Helping “at-risk” children and adolescents is our only focus. Working with all populations of youth, we have earned a national reputation as a leader in the field of education and treatment for “at-risk” youth. Finding hope for youth and adolescents who are considered hopeless by others is something we do every day, because for us, giving up on a troubled child is simply not an option.
- Profile last updated: 02/02/2009
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (95608) | School Zip (95608) |
(CA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 58,819 people | 33,864,644 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 43% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 41 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.3 persons | 2.8 persons |
| Median Household Income | $45,693 | $51,306 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.2 rooms | 4.8 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 40 years old | 41 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (95608) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 56% / 44% | 55% / 45% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Keystone At Elmira - 76 students - 0.6 mi. away - view location
- Heritage Christian Academy - 34 students - 0.6 mi. away - view location
- Victory Christian - n/a - 0.8 mi. away - view location
- Sacramento Adventist Academy - 58 students - 1.2 mi. away - view location
- Sacramento Valley School - 15 students - 1.7 mi. away - view location
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