Muir Wood Learning Center is an all–boys nonsectarian alternative school located in suburban Petaluma, California, serving grades 10 through 12.
Founded in 2013, the school has an enrollment of 8 students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1.
The student body includes 12.5% students of color, reflecting some diversity within a small school population.
The school employs 1 teacher and operates within a small suburban community setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Year Founded
2013
Student Body
Total Students
8 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Muir Wood Learning Center?
The application deadline for Muir Wood Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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