Serving 703 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fenton Avenue Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fenton Avenue Charter's student population of 703 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Fenton Avenue Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fenton Avenue Charter is 0.15, 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
#4146 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Fenton Avenue Charter's ranking?
Fenton Avenue Charter is ranked #4146 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fenton Avenue Charter?
703 students attend Fenton Avenue Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Fenton Avenue Charter students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fenton Avenue Charter?
Fenton Avenue Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fenton Avenue Charter offer ?
Fenton Avenue Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fenton Avenue Charter part of?
Fenton Avenue Charter is part of Fenton Avenue Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Fenton Avenue Charter located?
Fenton Avenue Charter is located in the Lake View Terrace neighborhood of Sylmar, CA.
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