Wide Horizon's mission is to assist each student in finding their unique strengths, and to build upon those strengths, in turn building self esteem, thus allowing each student to achieve their highest potential, school, and community settings.
At Wide Horizons we have a full academic schedule, and give the students a well rounded look at the world, making sure that each student has a strong foundation in reading, writing, and arithmetic.
The key to our psycho-educational program, as well as all programs here at Wide Horizons, is building a positive self-image through positive reinforcement.
Praise and reward is our lifeline to helping the child establish his self worth.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
ADHD, Dyslexia, Mild Learning Differences, Asberger
Year Founded
1974
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
4 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
4-H ClubVolunteer Fire Company
School Notes
- Wide Horizon's mission is to assist each student in finding their unique strengths, and to build upon those strengths, in turn building self esteem, thus allowing each student to achieve their highest potential, school, and community settings. At Wide Horizons we have a full academic schedule, and give the students a well rounded look at the world, making sure that each student has a strong foundation in reading, writing, and arithmetic. The key to our psycho-educational program, as well as all programs here at Wide Horizons, is building a positive self-image through positive reinforcement. Praise and reward is our lifeline to helping the child establish his self worth.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Wide Horizons Ranch offer?
Wide Horizons Ranch offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cycling, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Wide Horizons Ranch?
The application deadline for Wide Horizons Ranch is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Wide Horizons Ranch is Redding Christian School (13.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Redding Christian School
(Christian)
21945 Old 44 Dr
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-5600
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-5600
13.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 596 students Avg. class size: 20 students
St. Francis Middle School ![St. Francis Middle School Photo - Diocese of Sacramento Catholic High Schools]( "St. Francis Middle School Photo - Diocese of Sacramento Catholic High Schools")
(Catholic)
21945 Old 44 Drive
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-2900
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-2900
13.6 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 27 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Beacon Hill Christian Academy
(Christian)
32439 State Highway 299 E
Montgomery Creek, CA 96065
(530) 524-3539
Montgomery Creek, CA 96065
(530) 524-3539
16 miles
Gr: K-9 | 8 students
2970 Hartnell Ave
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-2232
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-2232
16.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 147 students Sports: 6
N Valley Christian School
(Baptist)
2960 Hartnell Avenue
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 221-5696
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 221-5696
16.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 188 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Redding Christian School
(Christian)
21945 Old 44 Dr
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-5600
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-5600
13.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 596 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Beacon Hill Christian Academy
(Christian)
32439 State Highway 299 E
Montgomery Creek, CA 96065
(530) 524-3539
Montgomery Creek, CA 96065
(530) 524-3539
16 miles
Gr: K-9 | 8 students
N Valley Christian School
(Baptist)
2960 Hartnell Avenue
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 221-5696
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 221-5696
16.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 188 students
Shasta Baptist Schools
(Baptist)
6600 Westside Rd
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 246-3494
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 246-3494
21.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 27 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
Independent Educational Programs
Alternative School
1756 South St
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 365-2393
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 365-2393
21.5 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 31 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Redding Christian School
(Christian)
21945 Old 44 Dr
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-5600
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-5600
13.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 596 students Avg. class size: 20 students
St. Francis Middle School ![St. Francis Middle School Photo - Diocese of Sacramento Catholic High Schools]( "St. Francis Middle School Photo - Diocese of Sacramento Catholic High Schools")
(Catholic)
21945 Old 44 Drive
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-2900
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-2900
13.6 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 27 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Beacon Hill Christian Academy
(Christian)
32439 State Highway 299 E
Montgomery Creek, CA 96065
(530) 524-3539
Montgomery Creek, CA 96065
(530) 524-3539
16 miles
Gr: K-9 | 8 students
2970 Hartnell Ave
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-2232
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-2232
16.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 147 students Sports: 6
N Valley Christian School
(Baptist)
2960 Hartnell Avenue
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 221-5696
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 221-5696
16.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 188 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Redding Christian School
(Christian)
21945 Old 44 Dr
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-5600
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-5600
13.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 596 students Avg. class size: 20 students
2970 Hartnell Ave
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-2232
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-2232
16.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 147 students Sports: 6
Montessori Children's House Of Shady Oaks
Montessori School
1410 Victor Ave
Redding, CA 96003
(530) 222-0355
Redding, CA 96003
(530) 222-0355
17.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 112 students Avg. class size: 20 students Acceptance rate listed
933 College View Drive
Redding, CA 96003
(530) 246-6010
Redding, CA 96003
(530) 246-6010
17.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 393 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mount Calvary Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
3961 Alta Mesa Dr
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 221-2451
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 221-2451
17.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 45 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
27635 Oak Run To Fern Rd.
Oak Run, CA 96069
(530) 472-3241
Oak Run, CA 96069
(530) 472-3241
0.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 26 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
(Reading: <50%)
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30611 Whitmore Rd.
Whitmore, CA 96096
(530) 472-3243
Whitmore, CA 96096
(530) 472-3243
8.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 64 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22661 Old Alturas Rd.
Bella Vista, CA 96008
(530) 549-4415
Bella Vista, CA 96008
(530) 549-4415
10.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 343 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8570 Brookdale Rd.
Millville, CA 96062
(530) 547-4471
Millville, CA 96062
(530) 547-4471
11.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 208 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7946 Ponderosa Way
Shingletown, CA 96088
(530) 474-3441
Shingletown, CA 96088
(530) 474-3441
11.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 79 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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