Serving 980 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Connecting Waters 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 980 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Connecting Waters Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Connecting Waters Charter's student population of 980 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
980 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Connecting Waters Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Connecting Waters Charter is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#664 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Connecting Waters Charter's ranking?
Connecting Waters Charter is ranked #664 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Connecting Waters Charter?
The graduation rate of Connecting Waters Charter is 85-89%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Connecting Waters Charter?
980 students attend Connecting Waters Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Connecting Waters Charter students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Connecting Waters Charter?
Connecting Waters Charter has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Connecting Waters Charter offer ?
Connecting Waters Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Connecting Waters Charter part of?
Connecting Waters Charter is part of Connecting Waters Charter School District.
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