Serving 297 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Merced Scholars 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merced Scholars Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Merced Scholars Charter's student population of 297 students has grown by 130% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 157% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Merced Scholars Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merced Scholars Charter is 0.35, 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
#7542 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Merced Scholars Charter's ranking?
Merced Scholars Charter is ranked #7542 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Merced Scholars Charter often compared to?
Merced Scholars Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Allan Peterson Elementary School, Mcswain Elementary School, Charles Wright Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Merced Scholars Charter?
The graduation rate of Merced Scholars Charter is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Merced Scholars Charter?
297 students attend Merced Scholars Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Merced Scholars Charter students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merced Scholars Charter?
Merced Scholars Charter has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Merced Scholars Charter offer ?
Merced Scholars Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Merced Scholars Charter part of?
Merced Scholars Charter is part of Merced County Office Of Education School District.
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