Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nightingale 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nightingale Charter's student population of 427 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nightingale 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 Nightingale Charter is 0.32, 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
#6852 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nightingale Charter's ranking?
Nightingale Charter is ranked #6852 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nightingale Charter?
427 students attend Nightingale Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Nightingale Charter students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nightingale Charter?
Nightingale Charter has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nightingale Charter offer ?
Nightingale Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Nightingale Charter part of?
Nightingale Charter is part of Stockton Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nightingale Charter located?
Nightingale Charter is located in the Park neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 15 other public schools located in Park.
School Reviews
5 4/11/2011
As far as teaching wise when my son used to attend school all teachers were very professional and helpfull and as far as the office faculty they don't seem to be on the same page and don't seem to know what they are doing. The head administrater/clerk speaks to people very unprofessional and rude.
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