Corcoran Unified School District

What Corcoran Unified School District does

Corcoran Joint Unified School District (CUSD) is a public K-12 local educational agency organized under California Education Code and operating since 1905, headquartered at 1520 Patterson Avenue in Corcoran, California. The district serves approximately 3,300 students from preschool through 12th grade across six sites: Bret Harte Elementary (Preschool-1st), John C. Fremont Elementary (2nd-3rd), Mark Twain Elementary (4th-5th), John Muir Middle School (6th-8th), Corcoran High School (9th-12th), and Kings Lake Education Center, which additionally delivers adult education, high school continuation, Corcoran Academy, and migrant education. The student population is 85% Hispanic, 80% socioeconomically disadvantaged, 30% English Language Learners, with 95% lacking home internet access; 90% of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals.

CUSD's technology stack is a noted differentiator relative to peer rural districts. The district has held Apple Distinguished Program status for three consecutive years and operates 1:1 device programs (iPads for K-5 and middle school, MacBook Air for high school) paired with LTE routers that provide home internet access for grades 6-12. A 22,000-square-foot Technology Learning Center with eight multi-use classrooms, laser projectors, HD LCD panels, video conferencing, and 802.11ax wireless (16 access points) supports technology instruction from 9th grade through college-level coursework. Administrative and learning systems include Aeries (SIS), Schoology (LMS), SchoolCity (assessment), Clever (SSO), Follett Destiny (library), EZ School Pay, MealViewer, ParentSquare (communications), IncidentIQ (IT ticketing), Smart Find (substitute scheduling), PublicSchoolWorks (HR training), and Lexia (adaptive reading).

The business model is a government-funded public education operation rather than a commercial enterprise. Revenue is sourced from California Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) allocations tied to average daily attendance, federal Title I/II/III and Migrant Education funds, IDEA Special Education funding, National School Lunch/School Breakfast/After-School Meal reimbursements, Proposition 30/55 Education Protection Account funds, and E-Rate telecommunications discounts. No tuition is charged for K-12 enrollment; families pay only for elective fees through EZ School Pay. Distribution occurs through direct enrollment at school sites and the district office, supplemented by interdistrict transfer window (January 15 through July 15) for out-of-boundary applicants. The district is governed by a publicly elected five-member Governing Board and is led by Superintendent Andre Pecina (appointed 2024).

Name

Corcoran Unified School District

Legal name

Corcoran Joint Unified School District

Website

https://corcoranunified.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1905

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Corcoran Joint Unified School District is a public K-12 local educational agency serving approximately 3,300 preschool-through-12th-grade students across six schools in Corcoran, California, funded primarily through California's LCFF formula and federal education programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Specialized Programs & Classrooms (Autism, Emotional/Behavioral, Intellectual/Developmental, Multi-Disability) (EDAJAKAH)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• School district services
• Special education programs
• Student transportation
• School meal programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Corcoran

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. State Education Funding (LCFF): Primary funding from California Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) based on average daily attendance and demographic factors.
2. Federal Title Programs: Federal funding through Title I, Title II, Title III, and Migrant Education programs to support students with additional needs.
3. Special Education Funding: State and federal funding for special education programs and services through IDEA.
4. National School Lunch Program: Federal reimbursement for school meals through the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, and After School Meal Program.
5. EPA (Education Protection Account) Funds: State funds from Proposition 30/55 requiring transparency and public reporting on use.
6. E-Rate Program: Federal program providing discounts for telecommunications and internet access for schools and libraries.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Corcoran Joint Unified School District delivers tuition-free public K-12 education to approximately 3,300 students across six schools spanning preschool through adult education, with a comprehensive portfolio that includes elementary, middle, and high school instruction, special education, English Language Learner support, alternative education, adult/migrant education, athletics, and after-school programs. The district supplements its instructional services with a 1:1 Apple device program, a 22,000 sq ft Technology Learning Center, mental health and wellness services, and nutrition programs serving 90% free/reduced-price meals.

Product overview

Corcoran Unified School District is a public K-12 school district serving approximately 3,300 students in Corcoran, California. The district operates a portfolio of six school sites: Bret Harte Elementary (Preschool-1st grade), John C. Fremont Elementary (2nd-3rd grade), Mark Twain Elementary (4th-5th grade), John Muir Middle School (6th-8th grade), Corcoran High School (9th-12th grade), and Kings Lake Education Center (alternative education including Mission Community Day School, High School Continuation, Corcoran Academy, and Adult Education). The district also maintains a Technology Learning Center (22,000 sq ft) for technology education. The district provides programs including athletics, clubs, after-school programs, adult/migrant education, and a district preschool. Technology is integrated throughout with Apple Distinguished Program status, providing 1:1 devices (iPads for K-8, MacBooks for 9-12 with LTE routers for home internet access).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bret Harte Elementary School Elementary school serving preschool through 1st grade students, located at 1300 Letts Avenue, Corcoran, CA 93212, with 1:1 iPad program (K-1).
• John C. Fremont Elementary School Elementary school serving 2nd and 3rd grade students, located at 1900 Bell Avenue, Corcoran, CA, with 1:1 iPad program (grades 2-3).
• Mark Twain Elementary School Elementary school serving 4th and 5th grade students, located at 1500 Oregon Avenue, Corcoran, CA, with 1:1 iPad program (grades 4-5).
• John Muir Middle School Middle school serving 6th through 8th grade students, located at 707 Letts Avenue, Corcoran, CA, with 1:1 iPad program with LTE for home internet access (grades 6-8).
• Corcoran High School High school serving 9th through 12th grade students, located at 1100 Letts Avenue, Corcoran, CA, with 1:1 MacBook Air program with LTE for home internet access (grades 9-12).
• Kings Lake Education Center Alternative education center providing Mission Community Day School, High School Continuation, Corcoran Academy, and Adult Education programs for students and adult learners.
• Technology Learning Center 22,000 square foot technology center equipped with 8 multi-use classrooms, laser projectors, high-definition LCD panels, video conferencing systems, and 802.11ax wireless network with 16 access points, providing technology education for students in 9th grade through college-level courses.
• Athletics Programs Athletic programs including football, basketball, track, tennis, softball, FFA cotton judging team, and other sports across middle and high school levels.
• Adult and Migrant Education Continuing education opportunities for adults and migrant students at Kings Lake Education Center, including adult education and GED preparation.
• Special Education Services Specialized instruction and accommodations under IDEA covering 13 disability categories including Autism, Emotional Disability, Specific Learning Disability, and Speech or Language Impairment, delivered through partnership with Kings County SELPA.
• McKinney-Vento Homeless Youth Support McKinney-Vento homeless assistance including enrollment support, transportation services, food access, and school supplies for students experiencing homelessness (in shelters, cars, motels, or doubled up).
• School Meal Programs School meals via National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, and After School Meal Program, with free and reduced-price meals available to qualifying students (90% receive free/reduced lunch).
• District Preschool Program Preschool education services for eligible children, with transitional kindergarten for children whose birthdays fall between September 2 and December 2.
• After School Education and Safety Programs After-school programs providing academic support, enrichment activities, and safe supervision for students beyond regular school hours.
• Clubs and Student Organizations Extra-curricular activities including student government, drama club, band, and various clubs at school sites.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serving 3,300 students with 6 schools across preschool through 12th grade
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration14 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kings County Office of Education (KCOE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDistrict collaborates with Kings County Office of Education for special education services, extensive support, and community advisory council. KCOE provides supplemental services and oversight for students requiring specialized support beyond district capacity.
• Kings County SELPAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecial Education Local Plan Area partnership providing comprehensive special education services and support for students with disabilities across Kings County.
• The KIND CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental health collaboration providing social emotional and behavioral support services for students in need of counseling and wellness resources.
• Kings Behavioral HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBehavioral health partnership providing mental health services and resources for students and families in the Corcoran community.
• Aspiranet Behavioral HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBehavioral health services partnership providing school-based mental health counseling and support programs.
• Central Valley Regional CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity resource partnership providing services for individuals with developmental disabilities in the Central Valley region.
• Kings Community Action (KCAO)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEarly childhood education and community services partnership supporting families with young children in Kings County.
• Kings County Mental HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental health resources and services partnership for students and families experiencing mental health challenges.
• Kings View Mental HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity mental health resources and referral services for students experiencing homelessness or in crisis situations.
• California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)minorOthersRetirement benefit provider for eligible classified employees. District employees can contact CalPERS directly for retirement information and buyback options.
• California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS)minorOthersRetirement benefit provider for certificated employees. District provides 403b plan administration and CalSTRS resources including new and returning user instructions.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Aspire Public Schools: Non-profit charter network operating schools across the Central Valley serving predominantly low-income, Hispanic, and ELL populations. Comparable in student demographics and mission, though uses a charter governance model rather than a traditional unified district structure.

Others

• PowerSchool: Vendor of Aeries (CUSD's SIS) and Schoology (CUSD's LMS). Indirectly comparable as the technology backbone that enables CUSD's enrollment, grade, and learning management workflows.
• ParentSquare: CUSD's primary parent communication platform. Comparable as a K-12 engagement vendor targeting small and mid-sized districts with high ELL and SED populations.

Broad incumbents

• Kings County Office of Education: County-level education agency that provides special education oversight and supplemental services to Corcoran and other Kings County districts. Broader scope than a single LEA but directly comparable in mission and funding mix.
• Los Angeles Unified School District: The largest public school district in California, providing a benchmark for statewide LCFF funding, special education obligations, and 1:1 device program scaling that CUSD navigates at a fraction of the scale.
• Fresno Unified School District: One of the largest Central Valley unified districts, where CUSD's Superintendent Andre Pecina previously held leadership roles. Serves a comparable demographic mix but at substantially greater scale, making it a natural reference point for trajectory.

Direct peers

• Lemoore Union Elementary School District: Neighboring Kings County district of similar size and demographic profile, serving a predominantly Hispanic, socioeconomically disadvantaged population. Directly comparable as a small-town Central Valley public K-12 system.
• Tulare Joint Union High School District: Central Valley district serving the agricultural city of Tulare with overlapping poverty and ELL demographics. Comparable as a rural California unified/union high school district dependent on LCFF funding.
• Porterville Unified School District: Surrounding Tulare County unified district with similar size, high-poverty demographics, and ELL concentrations. Operates K-12 school sites and adult education programs analogous to CUSD's portfolio.
• Hanford Joint Union High School District: Adjacent K-12 district serving Kings County (same county as Corcoran) with comparable Central Valley demographics and a similar mix of high-poverty, ELL student populations. Operates secondary schools under a joint union model analogous to Corcoran's high school offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@CorcoranUnified
• Facebookfacebook.com/corcoranjointUSD
• Instagraminstagram.com/corcoranunified
• Xx.com/CorcoranUnified

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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