Serving 936 students in grades 9-12, Escondido Charter High School ranks in the top 20% 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 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escondido Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Escondido Charter High School's student population of 936 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
936 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Escondido Charter High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Escondido Charter High School is 0.64, 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
#1770 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Escondido Charter High School's ranking?
Escondido Charter High School is ranked #1770 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Escondido Charter High School often compared to?
Escondido Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Escondido High School, Classical Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Escondido Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Escondido Charter High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Escondido Charter High School?
936 students attend Escondido Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Escondido Charter High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Escondido Charter High School?
Escondido Charter High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Escondido Charter High School offer ?
Escondido Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Escondido Charter High School part of?
Escondido Charter High School is part of Escondido Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Escondido Charter High School located?
Escondido Charter High School is located in the Midway neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Midway.
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