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Charis Youth Center

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Tel: (530) 477-9800

www.charisyouthcenter.org

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Charis Youth Center's mission is to provide therapeutic, residential, educational, and vocational services to the Learning Disabled and Emotionally Challenged population between the ages of 13-22 years.

This special-needs population includes adolescents and their families; adolescents in transition to lesser restrictive environments through the Transitional Housing Program; case-managed, independent-living young adults, 18-22 years of age; and re-entry young adults in preparation and linkage to community-support agencies for their transition into society as productive and contributing citizens.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 16 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Private Special Education Centers

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

16 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

40%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

polo shirt and jeans/slacks

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Education is paid by the student's district.

Admissions Director

Sherry Shewcraft

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Charis Youth Center?

The application deadline for Charis Youth Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 16 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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