Original Research by School Decision on Scholar Plus Online Learning
Scholar Plus Online Learning is an alternative school serving grades seven through twelve in Perris, a family-oriented mid-sized city in Riverside County. The school draws students primarily from working and middle-income households; a substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. The student body is majority Hispanic, with a white minority and small populations of Black and Asian students. Enrollment is small, with most students concentrated in the high school grades.
The school reports state testing data for the most recent year, though some grade-level results are suppressed or missing due to small cohort sizes, which is typical for alternative schools with lower enrollment per grade. In English Language Arts overall, the school reports proficiency around the middle range. In mathematics and science, reported proficiency rates are at the lowest levels. State testing data was reported for only one year, so trend information is not available. A parent may want to ask the school directly about what drives these results, particularly in math and science, and what support structures exist for students who enter with skill gaps.
Alternative schools serve students whose pathways diverge from traditional high school routes. They often enroll students who are recovering credits, working while in school, managing significant life responsibilities, or seeking a different learning environment. Scholar Plus Online Learning's online format means students complete coursework remotely, which offers scheduling flexibility but also requires high self-direction. For a family considering this school, the key questions are whether the online structure matches their student's learning style and whether the school provides adequate academic support and engagement. The school's testing results suggest these are worth exploring in depth.
The school is located in Perris at a time when the city is experiencing steady growth. Housing is increasingly affordable relative to parts of Riverside County, though still moderately priced. The broader Perris Union High School District, of which Scholar Plus Online Learning is part, has recently completed a major bond-funded expansion of academic and career-training facilities across its schools, and district leadership has refinanced outstanding bonds twice in recent years, lowering property-tax debt service for homeowners. These district-level investments in facilities and tax relief reflect active local commitment to school infrastructure.
Specific information about Scholar Plus Online Learning's course catalog, dual-credit offerings, or career pathway programs was not available. A prospective family should request that directly from the school, along with details about how the online format is supported, what synchronous and asynchronous components are present, and how academic progress is monitored and intervened upon when needed.
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