Mountain Valley School

Milhous School, a non-public school certified by the State Department of Education, offers on-grounds educational services to all of our residents.
The program affords youngsters access to special education teachers, licensed speech therapists, school psychologists, and other supportive professionals on an as-needed basis.
Each individual program is carefully carried out by staff members under the direction of the educational psychologist and principal.
Our students enjoy small, self-contained classrooms with an average of six students per class, and three adult instructors, including a credentialed special education teacher.
Each student progresses at his own level based on his particular Individualized Educational Plan.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12

Student Body

Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Mountain Valley School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Milhous School, a non-public school certified by the State Department of Education, offers on-grounds educational services to all of our residents. The program affords youngsters access to special education teachers, licensed speech therapists, school psychologists, and other supportive professionals on an as-needed basis. Each individual program is carefully carried out by staff members under the direction of the educational psychologist and principal. Our students enjoy small, self-contained classrooms with an average of six students per class, and three adult instructors, including a credentialed special education teacher. Each student progresses at his own level based on his particular Individualized Educational Plan.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Mountain Valley School?
The application deadline for Mountain Valley School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in California is $16,514 for elementary schools and $23,043 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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