Serving 1,863 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Natomas Charter ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natomas Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Natomas Charter's student population of 1,863 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Natomas Charter ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natomas Charter is 0.79, 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
#2161 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Natomas Charter's ranking?
Natomas Charter is ranked #2161 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Natomas Charter often compared to?
Natomas Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Westlake Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Natomas Charter?
The graduation rate of Natomas Charter is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Natomas Charter?
1,863 students attend Natomas Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Natomas Charter students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Natomas Charter?
Natomas Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Natomas Charter offer ?
Natomas Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Natomas Charter part of?
Natomas Charter is part of Natomas Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Natomas Charter located?
Natomas Charter is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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