Serving 48 students in grades 7-8, Freshwater Charter Middle School 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 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freshwater Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Freshwater Charter Middle School's student population of 48 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Motto
Freshwater School, Home of the Dolphins
School Rankings
Freshwater Charter Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freshwater Charter Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1174 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
65%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Freshwater Charter Middle School's ranking?
Freshwater Charter Middle School is ranked #1174 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Freshwater Charter Middle School often compared to?
Freshwater Charter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunny Brae Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Freshwater Charter Middle School?
48 students attend Freshwater Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Freshwater Charter Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freshwater Charter Middle School?
Freshwater Charter Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Freshwater Charter Middle School offer ?
Freshwater Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Freshwater Charter Middle School part of?
Freshwater Charter Middle School is part of Freshwater Elementary School District.
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