Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Manzanita Elementary 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Creek Matanzas Charter serves the southern part of Santa Rosa, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manzanita Elementary Charter's student population of 369 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Manzanita Elementary 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 Manzanita Elementary Charter is 0.70, 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
#4669 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manzanita Elementary Charter's ranking?
Manzanita Elementary Charter is ranked #4669 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Manzanita Elementary Charter often compared to?
Manzanita Elementary Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Village Elementary Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manzanita Elementary Charter?
369 students attend Manzanita Elementary Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Manzanita Elementary Charter students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manzanita Elementary Charter?
Manzanita Elementary Charter has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manzanita Elementary Charter offer ?
Manzanita Elementary Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Manzanita Elementary Charter part of?
Manzanita Elementary Charter is part of Rincon Valley Union Elementary School District.
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