Serving 161 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dunham Charter ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunham Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dunham Charter's student population of 161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunham Charter ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunham Charter is 0.42, which is less 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
#2197 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunham Charter's ranking?
Dunham Charter is ranked #2197 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dunham Charter often compared to?
Dunham Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Cinnabar Charter, Corona Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dunham Charter?
161 students attend Dunham Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dunham Charter students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunham Charter?
Dunham Charter has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dunham Charter offer ?
Dunham Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dunham Charter part of?
Dunham Charter is part of Dunham Elementary School District.
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