About OFY & OFL
Because learning should move with you
For more than four decades, OFY and OFL have helped students across California discover their potential and build pathways toward graduation, college, and careers.
An educational choice for every student
Our Mission
Our schools create an educational choice for all students. Our staff connects with students to empower and inspire them to achieve their goals and make their dreams a reality.
Our Story
Founded in 1987, Options For Youth became California’s first authorized public charter school after the state’s Charter Schools Act in 1993. Since then our schools have offered flexible, student-centered learning for a wide range of goals, interests, and learning styles.
How we help students thrive
A flexible education backed by trusted standards
OFY and OFL schools are accredited public charter schools serving students across California. Our programs are designed to provide flexible learning opportunities while maintaining strong academic standards and college and career readiness pathways. Programs, approvals, and grade levels may vary by charter and location.
WASC Accredited
Our schools are accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) for eligible grade levels, ensuring students receive a quality education that meets established academic standards.
NCAA-Approved Courses
Select schools offer NCAA-approved courses that help student-athletes meet academic eligibility requirements for NCAA Division I and II athletics.
Accreditation by Cognia
OFL/Y is proud to be regionally accredited by Cognia, a globally recognized accrediting organization dedicated to promoting excellence in education. Cognia is the parent organization of several prestigious accrediting bodies, including the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), and the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC).
College-Ready Coursework
Many OFL and OFY schools offer University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) A-G-approved courses to help students prepare for college admission.
Credentialed Teachers & Student Support
Students learn from credentialed teachers and dedicated support staff who work closely with them to build personalized pathways toward graduation and future success.
Accredited High School Diplomas
Graduates earn an accredited high school diploma through their chartering district, just as they would at a traditional public high school.
What our community says
School Climate Stats
Families, teachers, and students tell us what it is like to learn and work here. Here is what the numbers show.
Families feel welcome at school
My child would recommend this school to others
Parents would recommend us
Staff ensure that students and families feel welcome and supported
Staff care about the success and wellbeing of their students
I am happy to recommend my school to friends and family
Teachers at my school care about their students
My school is a safe place
My family is welcome at my school
Source: Altitude School Climate Survey, Fall 2025. 4,394 total responses across all campuses. Percentages are the share who agreed or strongly agreed. Results vary by charter and location.
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