Escondido Charter High School’s primary focus is to prepare students for success in college.
We understand that not all students will seek careers that require a college degree, but we want to send them out into the world with all options open to them. We believe that a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes strong language skills, develops critical thinking capabilities, enhances problem-solving faculties, highlights American history and western thought, and challenges students with advanced math and science coursework is the key to preparing students for success in college.
90% of ECHS students attend college after graduation.
90% of ECHS students attend college after graduation.
◄ Noteworthy universities and colleges ECHS alumni have attended!
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Three Educational Experiences
In order to meet the specific needs of your family, Escondido Charter High School offers the same excellent, WASC-accredited curriculum through three distinct educational pathways. No matter which path your student enrolls in, he or she has full access to career technical electives, a complete athletics program, and knowledgeable academic advisors who provide career and college planning support.
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Traditional Classroom Program
5 days/week on campus
6 periods of instruction/day
260-credit or 230-credit plan
21-student avg class size
College prep & AP courses
Great books inspired curriculum
Performing & visual arts
5 days/week on campus
6 periods of instruction/day
260-credit or 230-credit plan
21-student avg class size
College prep & AP courses
Great books inspired curriculum
Performing & visual arts
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Flex Classical Learning Pathway
4 days/week on campus
6 periods of instruction/day
260-credit or 230-credit plan
Classically-inspired humanities
College preparatory
Ability to enroll in college courses
Emphasis on art and music
4 days/week on campus
6 periods of instruction/day
260-credit or 230-credit plan
Classically-inspired humanities
College preparatory
Ability to enroll in college courses
Emphasis on art and music
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Flex Personalized Learning Pathway
1 hour/week on campus minimum
Full-time at home option
260, 230, or 210 credit plans
Classically-inspired humanities
College preparatory
Ability to enroll in college courses
Emphasis on art and music
1 hour/week on campus minimum
Full-time at home option
260, 230, or 210 credit plans
Classically-inspired humanities
College preparatory
Ability to enroll in college courses
Emphasis on art and music
“Only at Charter”
The student life of an ECHS "Charterian" is truly unique. Simply put: we do things differently at ECHS. The culture of our school is creative, vibrant, safe, academic-centered, and mentorship-driven; and we seek to instill a sense of authentic gratitude in our students for the privilege of living in this great country.
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Exceptional Mentorship
The AHCS staff is passoinate about helping students realize their personal goals and challenging them to continually grow in virtue.
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Academic-Centered
We challenge each and every student to wrestle with difficult material, and our incredible faculty provides the guidance they need to succeed.
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Classically Inspired
We provide students with a truly unique opportunity to participate in the timeless conversation that shaped American culture.
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Leadership Building
We encourage students to explore co-curricular opportunities in order to diversify their application of virtues and leadership skills in creative and challenging ways.
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Cherishing the American Spirit
We honor America's unique history and founding principles, and we appreciate the many thought leaders and historical figures who contributed to her enduring story.
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Quirky, Fun, and Creative
We may be the only school that has a sixty-person squad of academic cheerleaders, an annual film festival honoring our mathbook publisher, and a mobile Christmas party.