School Accountability Report Card Reported for School Year 2008-09 Published During 2009-10

Executive Summary School Accountability Report Card, 2008-09

Burnt Ranch Elementary School

Address:	251 Burnt Ranch School Rd. , Burnt Ranch   CA  95527-0039	Phone:	530-629-2543
Principal:	Terry  Meierding	Grade Span:	K - 8

This executive summary of the School Accountability Report Card (SARC) is intended to provide parents and community members with a quick snapshot of school accountability. The data presented in this report are reported for the 2008-09 school year, except the School Finances and School Completion data that are reported for the 2007-08 school year. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should review the entire SARC or contact the school principal or the district office. 

About This School 

Burnt Ranch School District is a one-school district, Kindergarten through grade eight. We are located in a rural area of Trinity County in Northwestern California with approximately 350 inhabitants. We have strong community support with dependable parent involvement. Our community strengths also include our extended families, alumni, small businesses, river sports, and a beautiful area in which to live with stores and basic services not far away. We are a high-performing school with an API of 889.

Student Enrollment 

Group	Percent
African American	1%
American Indian or Alaska Native	30%
Asian	1%
Filipino	%
Hispanic or Latino	8%
Pacific Islander	0%
White (not Hispanic)	60%
Multiple or No Response	0 %
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged	56.5 %
English Learners	%
Students with Disabilities	8%
Total Number of Students	100

Teachers 

Indicator	Teachers
Teachers with full credential	6
Teachers without full credential	0
Teachers Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence	0
Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners	0
Total Teacher Misassignments	0

Student Performance 

Subject	Students Proficient and Above on California Standards Tests
English-Language Arts	72%
Mathematics	75%
Science	100%
History-Social Science	90%

Academic Progress 

Indicator	Result
2009 Growth API Score (from 2009 Growth API Report)	889 *
Statewide Rank (from 2008 Base API Report)	9 *
2009-10 Program Improvement Status (PI Year)	Not in PI

School Facilities 

Summary of Most Recent Site Inspection 

A thorough site inspection was conducted on November 2, 2009 by the Northern California Schools Insurance Group.

Repairs Needed 

No findings to correct

Corrective Actions Taken or Planned 

see above

Curriculum and Instructional Materials 

Core Curriculum Areas	Pupils Who Lack Textbooks and Instructional Materials
Reading/Language Arts	0%
Mathematics	0%
Science	0%
History-Social Science	0%
Foreign Language	0%
Health	0%
Visual and Performing Arts	0%
Science Laboratory Equipment (grades 9-12)	0%

School Finances 

Level	Expenditures Per Pupil (Unrestricted Sources Only)
School Site	11,360.16
District	11,360.16
State	$5,512

School Completion  

Indicator	Result
Graduation Rate	100%

Postsecondary Preparation 

Measures	Percent
Pupils Who Completed a Career Technical Education Program and Earned a High School Diploma	N/A
Graduates Who Completed All Courses Required for University of California or California State University Admission	N/A

NAEP Reading, Grade 4 

Level	Result
Average Scale Score - State	209
Average Scale Score - National	220
Achievement Level - Basic	30%
Achievement Level - Proficient	18%
Achievement Level - Advanced	5%

NAEP Reading, Grade 8 

Level	Result
Average Scale Score - State	251
Average Scale Score - National	261
Achievement Level - Basic	41%
Achievement Level - Proficient	20%
Achievement Level - Advanced	2%

NAEP Mathematics, Grade 4 

Level	Result
Average Scale Score - State	232
Average Scale Score - National	239
Achievement Level - Basic	41%
Achievement Level - Proficient	25%
Achievement Level - Advanced	5%

NAEP Mathematics, Grade 8 

Level	Result
Average Scale Score - State	270
Average Scale Score - National	282
Achievement Level - Basic	36%
Achievement Level - Proficient	18%
Achievement Level - Advanced	5%

School Accountability Report Card Reported for School Year 2008-09 Published During 2009-10

The School Accountability Report Card (SARC), which is required by law to be published annually, contains information about the condition and performance of each California public school. More information about SARC requirements is available on the California Department of Education (CDE) SARC Web page. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should contact the school principal or the district office.

I. Data and Access 

DataQuest 

DataQuest is an online data tool located on the CDE DataQuest Web page that contains additional information about this school and comparisons of the school to the district, the county, and the state. Specifically, DataQuest is a dynamic system that provides reports for accountability (e.g., Academic Performance Index [API], Adequate Yearly Progress [AYP]), test data, enrollment, graduates, dropouts, course enrollments, staffing, and data regarding English learners). 

Internet Access 

Internet access is available at public libraries and other locations that are publicly accessible (e.g., the California State Library). Access to the Internet at libraries and public locations is generally provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Other use restrictions include the hours of operation, the length of time that a workstation may be used (depending on availability), the types of software programs available on a workstation, and the ability to print documents.  

II. About This School 

Contact Information (School Year 2009-10) 

This section provides the schools contact information. 

School		District
School Name	Burnt Ranch Elementary	District Name	Burnt Ranch Elementary
Street	251 Burnt Ranch School Rd.	Phone Number	530-629-2543
City, State, Zip	Burnt Ranch  , CA  95527-0039	Web Site	www.tcoek12.org
Phone Number	530-629-2543	Superintendent	Sarah  Supahan
Principal	Terry Meierding	E-mail Address	ssupahan@tcoek12.org
E-mail Address	terryn@tcoek12.org	CDS Code	53- 71662- 6053680

School Description and Mission Statement (School Year 2008-09) 

School Description and Mission Statement (School Year 2008-09) 

Burnt Ranch School is committed to providing a balanced, quality education in a safe learning environment for our students, staff and community.

Opportunities for Parental Involvement (School Year 2008-09) 

Burnt Ranch has active parent advisory groups including School Site Council, School Safety Committee, and the Indian Education Committee

Student Enrollment by Grade Level (School Year 2008-09) 

This table displays the number of students enrolled in each grade level at the school. 

Grade Level	Number of Students
Kindergarten	15
Grade 1	7
Grade 2	9
Grade 3	6
Grade 4	11
Grade 5	14
Grade 6	10
Grade 7	18
Grade 8	10
Ungraded Elementary	0
Grade 9	0
Grade 10	0
Grade 11	0
Grade 12	0
Ungraded Secondary	0
Total Enrollment	100

Student Enrollment by Group (School Year 2008-09) 

This table displays the percent of students enrolled at the school who are identified as being in a particular group. 

Group	Percent of Total Enrollment
African American	1.01%
American Indian or Alaska Native	38.4 %
Asian	1.01%
Filipino	0%
Hispanic or Latino	8%
Pacific Islander	0%
White (not Hispanic)	50.58%
Multiple or No Response	%
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged	56.5%
English Learners	%
Students with Disabilities	8.00 %

Average Class Size and Class Size Distribution (Elementary) 

This table displays by grade level the average class size and the number of classrooms that fall into each size category (a range of total students per classroom). 

Grade Level	2006-07				2007-08				2008-09
	Avg. Class Size	Number of Classrooms			Avg. Class Size	Number of Classrooms			Avg. Class Size	Number of Classrooms
		1-20	21-32	33+		1-20	21-32	33+		1-20	21-32	33+
K									11.0	1
1					24.0		1
2									18.0	1
3					24.0		1
4									15.0	1
5									23.0		1
6					25.0		1
K-3	14.0	3
3-4
4-8	21.0	1	1
Other

III. School Climate 

School Safety Plan (School Year 2008-09) 

This section provides information about the school's comprehensive safety plan. 

The School Safety Plan was updated by the School Safety Committee at it's regular meeting this year. The Safety Plan is a comprehensive plan that addresses the safety concerns of our community so that we can provide a safe educational environment that promotes student self worth, responsible citizenship, and critical thinking skills necessary for productive, meaningful participation in our society.

Suspensions and Expulsions 

This table displays the rate of suspensions and expulsions (the total number of incidents divided by the total enrollment) at the school and district levels for the most recent three-year period. 

Rate	School			District
	2006-07	2007-08	2008-09	2006-07	2007-08	2008-09
Suspensions	0	9	0	0	9	0
Expulsions	0	0	0	0	0	0

IV. School Facilities 

School Facility Conditions and Planned Improvements (School Year 2009-10) 

This section provides information about the condition of the school’s grounds, buildings, and restrooms, and a description of any planned or recently completed facility improvements. 

All of our facilities are in good condition and pass all safety standards.

School Facility Good Repair Status (School Year 2009-10) 

This table displays the results of the most recently completed school site inspection to determine the school facility’s good repair status. 

System Inspected	Repair Status				Repair Needed and Action Taken or Planned
	Exemplary	Good	Fair	Poor
Systems: Gas Leaks, Mechanical/HVAC, Sewer	N/A	X
Interior: Interior Surfaces	N/A	X
Cleanliness: Overall Cleanliness, Pest/ Vermin Infestation	N/A	X
Electrical: Electrical	N/A	X
Restrooms/Fountains: Restrooms, Sinks/ Fountains	N/A	X
Safety: Fire Safety, Hazardous Materials	N/A	X
Structural: Structural Damage, Roofs	N/A	X
External: Playground/School Grounds, Windows/ Doors/Gates/
Overall Rating	LEA Provided				N/A

V. Teachers 

Teacher Credentials 

This table displays the number of teachers assigned to the school with a full credential, without a full credential, and those teaching outside of their subject area of competence. Detailed information about teacher qualifications can be found on the CDE DataQuest Web page. 

Teachers	School			District
	2006-07	2007-08	2008-09	2008-09
With Full Credential	7	4	6	6
Without Full Credential	0	0	0	0
Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence	0	0	0	0

Teacher Misassignments and Vacant Teacher Positions 

This table displays the number of teacher misassignments (teachers assigned without proper legal authorization) and the number of vacant teacher positions (not filled by a single designated teacher assigned to teach the entire course at the beginning of the school year or semester). Note: Total Teacher Misassignments includes the number of Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners. 

Indicator	2007-08	2008-09	2009-10
Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners	0	0	0
Total Teacher Misassignments	0	0	0
Vacant Teacher Positions	0	0	0

Core Academic Classes Taught by No Child Left Behind Compliant Teachers (School Year 2008-09) 

This table displays the percent of classes in core academic subjects taught by No Child Left Behind (NCLB) compliant and non-NCLB compliant teachers in the school, in all schools in the district, in high-poverty schools in the district, and in low-poverty schools in the district. High poverty schools are defined as those schools with student participation of approximately 75 percent or more in the free and reduced price meals program. Low poverty schools are those with student participation of approximately 25 percent or less in the free and reduced price meals program. More information on teacher qualifications required under NCLB can be found on the CDE Improving Teacher and Principal Quality Web page. 

Location of Classes	Percent of Classes In Core Academic Subjects
	Taught by NCLB Compliant Teachers	Taught by Non-NCLB Compliant Teachers
This School	100%	100%
All Schools in District	100%	100%
High-Poverty Schools in District	100%	100%
Low-Poverty Schools in District	100%	100%

VI. Support Staff 

Academic Counselors and Other Support Staff (School Year 2008-09) 

This table displays, in units of full-time equivalents (FTE), the number of academic counselors and other support staff who are assigned to the school and the average number of students per academic counselor. One FTE equals one staff member working full time; one FTE could also represent two staff members who each work 50 percent of full time. 

Title	Number of FTE Assigned to School	Average Number of Students per Academic Counselor
Academic Counselor	0
Library Media Teacher (Librarian)	0
Psychologist	.17
Social Worker	0
Nurse	.17
Speech/Language/Hearing Specialist	.12
Resource Specialist (non-teaching)	.2
Other

VII. Curriculum and Instructional Materials 

Quality, Currency, Availability of Textbooks and Instructional Materials (School Year 2009-10) 

This table displays information about the quality, currency, and availability of the standards-aligned textbooks and other instructional materials used at the school, and information about the school’s use of any supplemental curriculum or non-adopted textbooks or instructional materials. 

Core Curriculum Area	Quality, Currency, and Availability of Textbooks and Instructional Materials	Percent of Pupils Who Lack Their Own Assigned Textbooks and Instructional Materials
Reading/Language Arts	good	0
Mathematics	good	0
Science	good	0
History-Social Science	good	0
Foreign Language	N/A	N/A
Health	good	0
Visual and Performing Arts	good	0
Science Laboratory Equipment (grades 9-12)	N/A	N/A

VIII. School Finances 

Expenditures Per Pupil and School Site Teacher Salaries (Fiscal Year 2007-08)  

This table displays a comparison of the school’s per pupil expenditures from unrestricted (basic) sources with other schools in the district and throughout the state, and a comparison of the average teacher salary at the school site with average teacher salaries at the district and state levels. Detailed information regarding school expenditures can be found on the CDE Current Expense of Education & Per-pupil Spending Web page and teacher salaries can be found on the CDE Certificated Salaries & Benefits Web page. 

Level	Total Expenditures Per Pupil	Expenditures Per Pupil (Supplemental / Restricted)	Expenditures Per Pupil (Basic / Unrestricted)	Average Teacher Salary
School Site	11,360.16	3,997.53	7,362.62
District	same	same	same	$57,337.45
Percent Difference – School Site and District	0	0	0	0
State	N/A	N/A	$5,512	$56,284
Percent Difference – School Site and State	N/A	N/A	$1,850.62	$1,053.45

Types of Services Funded (Fiscal Year 2008-09) 

This section provides information about the programs and supplemental services that are available at the school and funded through either categorical or other sources. 

Burnt Ranch Elementary has a 56 FTE PE teacher on site offering PE classes regularly to all students K-8. In addition we have an After School Education and Safety Program until 6pm that provides a safe, healthy and enriching program

Teacher and Administrative Salaries (Fiscal Year 2007-08)

This table displays district salaries for teachers, principals, and superintendents, and compares these figures to the state averages for districts of the same type and size. The table also displays teacher and administrative salaries as a percent of a district's budget, and compares these figures to the state averages for districts of the same type and size based on the salary schedule. Detailed information regarding salaries may be found on the CDE Certificated Salaries & Benefits Web page.

Category	District Amount	State Average For Districts In Same Category
Beginning Teacher Salary	39,186	$38,481
Mid-Range Teacher Salary	57,344	$55,789
Highest Teacher Salary	69,038	$70,849
Average Principal Salary (Elementary)	N/A	$88,862
Average Principal Salary (Middle)	N/A	$94,015
Average Principal Salary (High)	N/A	$97,594
Superintendent Salary	70,000 if full time	$110,994
Percent of Budget for Teacher Salaries	28.1 %	37.20 %
Percent of Budget for Administrative Salaries	4.4 %	6.60 %

IX. Student Performance 

Standardized Testing and Reporting Program  

The Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program consists of several key components, including the California Standards Tests (CSTs); the California Modified Assessment (CMA), and the California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA). The CSTs show how well students are doing in relation to the state content standards. The CSTs include English-language arts (ELA) and mathematics in grades two through eleven; science in grades five, eight, and nine through eleven; and history-social science in grades eight, and ten through eleven. The CAPA includes ELA, mathematics, and science in grades two through eleven, and for science for grades five, eight, and ten. The CAPA is given to those students with significant cognitive disabilities whose disabilities prevent them from taking either the CSTs with accommodations or modifications or the CMA with accommodations. The CMA includes ELA and mathematics for grades three through eight and science in grade five and is an alternate assessment that is based on modifiedachievement standards. The CMA is designed to assess those students whose disabilities preclude them from achieving grade-level proficiency on an assessment of the California content standards with or without accommodations. Student scores are reported as performance levels. Detailed information regarding the STAR Program results for each grade and performance level, including the percent of students not tested, can be found on the CDE Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Results Web site. Program information regarding the STAR Program can be found in the Explaining 2008 STAR Program Summary Results to the Public guide. Note: Scores are not shown when the number of students tested is ten or less, either because the number of students in this category is too small for statistical accuracy or to protect student privacy. In no case shall any group score be reported that would deliberately or inadvertently make public the score or performance of any individual student. 

Standardized Testing and Reporting Results for All Students – Three-Year Comparison 

This table displays the percent of students achieving at the Proficient or Advanced level (meeting or exceeding the state standards). 

Subject	School			District			State
	2006-07	2007-08	2008-09	2006-07	2007-08	2008-09	2006-07	2007-08	2008-09
English-Language Arts	56	57	71	56	57	71	43	46	50
Mathematics	71	74	74	71	74	74	40	43	46
Science	74	79	83	74	79	83	38	46	50
History-Social Science	*	*	91	*	*	91	33	36	41
Note: Scores are not shown when the number of students tested is 10 or less because the number of students in this category is too small for statistical accuracy or privacy protection. In no case shall any group score be reported that would deliberately or inadvertently make public the score or performance of any individual student.

Standardized Testing and Reporting Results by Student Group (School Year 2008-09) 

This table displays the percent of students, by group, achieving at the Proficient or Advanced level (meeting or exceeding the state standards) for the most recent testing period. 

Group	Percent of Students Scoring at Proficient or Advanced
	English-Language Arts	Mathematics	Science	History-Social Science
African American
American Indian or Alaska Native	61	61	26	9
Asian	*	*	*	*
Filipino	*	*	*	*
Hispanic or Latino	75	75	*	*
Pacific Islander	*	*	*	*
White (not Hispanic)	92	100	84	*
Male	*	*	*	*
Female	100	92	*	*
Economically Disadvantaged	82.3	78	83.5	91
English Learners	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Students with Disabilities	*	*	*	*
Students Receiving Migrant Education Services	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Note: Scores are not shown when the number of students tested is 10 or less because the number of students in this category is too small for statistical accuracy or privacy protection. In no case shall any group score be reported that would deliberately or inadvertently make public the score or performance of any individual student.

California Physical Fitness Test Results (School Year 2008-09) 

The California Physical Fitness Test is administered to students in grades five, seven, and nine only. This table displays by grade level the percent of students meeting fitness standards for the most recent testing period. Detailed information regarding this test, and comparisons of a school’s test results to the district and state levels, may be found on the CDE Physical Fitness Testing (PFT) Web page. Note: Scores are not shown when the number of students tested is ten or less because the number of students in this category is too small for statistical accuracy or privacy protection. In no case shall any group score be reported that would deliberately or inadvertently make public the score or performance of any individual student.  

Grade Level	Percent of Students Meeting Healthy Fitness Zones
	Four of Six Standards	Five of Six Standards	Six of Six Standards
5	25.0	33.3	16.7
7	5.6	22.2	38.9
9	0.0	0.0	0.0

X. Accountability 

Academic Performance Index 

The Academic Performance Index (API) is an annual measure of the academic performance and progress of schools in California. API scores range from 200 to 1,000, with a statewide target of 800. Detailed information about the API can be found on the CDE Academic Performance Index (API) Web page. 

Academic Performance Index Ranks – Three-Year Comparison 

This table displays the school’s statewide and similar schools API ranks. The statewide API rank ranges from one to ten. A statewide rank of one means that the school has an API score in the lowest ten percent of all schools in the state, while a statewide rank of ten means that the school has an API score in the highest ten percent of all schools in the state. The similar schools API rank reflects how a school compares to 100 statistically matched “similar schools.” A similar schools rank of one means that the school’s academic performance is comparable to the lowest performing ten schools of the 100 similar schools, while a similar schools rank of ten means that the school’s academic performance is better than at least 90 of the 100 similar schools. 

API Rank	2006	2007	2008
Statewide	7 *	9 *	9 *
Similar Schools	N/A	N/A	N/A
"N/A"		means a number is not applicable or not available due to missing data.
"B"		means this is either an LEA or an Alternative Schools Accountability Model (ASAM) school. Schools participating in the ASAM do not currently receive growth, target information, or statewide or similar schools rankings on this report in recognition of their markedly different educational missions and populations served. ASAM schools are covered under the Alternative Accountability system as required by Education Code Section 52052 and not the API accountability system. However, API information is needed to comply with the federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) law. Growth, target and rank information are not applicable to LEAs.
"C"		means this is a special education school. Statewide and similar schools ranks are not applicable to special education schools.
" * "		means this API is calculated for a small school or a small LEA, defined as having between 11 and 99 valid STAR Program test scores included in the API. APIs based on small numbers of students are less reliable and therefore should be carefully interpreted. Similar schools ranks are not calculated for small schools.

Academic Performance Index Growth by Student Group – Three-Year Comparison 

This table displays, by student group, the actual API changes in points added or lost for the past three years, and the most recent API score. Note: "N/A" means that the student group is not numerically significant. 

Group	Actual API Change			Growth API Score
	2006-07	2007-08	2008-09	2009
All Students at the School	55	15	23	889 *
African American
American Indian or Alaska Native
Asian
Filipino
Hispanic or Latino
Pacific Islander