Serving 98 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Big Sur Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Sur Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Big Sur Charter's student population of 98 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Big Sur Charter is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
40%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Big Sur Charter often compared to?
Big Sur Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Bay View Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Big Sur Charter?
98 students attend Big Sur Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Big Sur Charter students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Sur Charter?
Big Sur Charter has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Big Sur Charter offer ?
Big Sur Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Big Sur Charter part of?
Big Sur Charter is part of Big Sur Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2017
Great school. The parents that have criticized Big Sur Charter School are fraught with drama and lead terribly unhappy lives. My experience has been incredibly positive. Great teachers, support, instruction, and the students all get along and help each other. There is never any bullying which is a rare thing these days.
2 11/16/2015
This school sounds great on their website, unfortunately, they do not deliver what they promise. They do not support their homeschool families. It is a fine choice if you have a special needs child and need a break a few mornings a week but do not expect your student to learn anything at the Monterey learning center. Children who are academically gifted are not supported here. There are much better charter schools in this area to choose from. There is a reason there is never a wait list at Big Sur Charter School.
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