Serving 173 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Laurel Tree Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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-12
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Tree Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurel Tree Charter's student population of 173 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Laurel Tree Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Tree Charter is 0.48, 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
#5573 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Laurel Tree Charter's ranking?
Laurel Tree Charter is ranked #5573 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Laurel Tree Charter often compared to?
Laurel Tree Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy, Pacific View Charter 2.0 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laurel Tree Charter?
The graduation rate of Laurel Tree Charter is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Laurel Tree Charter?
173 students attend Laurel Tree Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Laurel Tree Charter students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Tree Charter?
Laurel Tree Charter has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Laurel Tree Charter offer ?
Laurel Tree Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Laurel Tree Charter part of?
Laurel Tree Charter is part of Laurel Tree Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Laurel Tree Charter located?
Laurel Tree Charter is located in the Pacific neighborhood of Arcata, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pacific.
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