Serving 415 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sacramento Valley Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sacramento Valley Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sacramento Valley Charter's student population of 415 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
A safe and compassionate learning environment that promotes love of learning among children while meeting their academic, social, and emotional needs.
School Rankings
Sacramento Valley Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sacramento Valley Charter is 0.21, 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
#1086 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
89%
12%
Hispanic
5%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sacramento Valley Charter's ranking?
Sacramento Valley Charter is ranked #1086 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sacramento Valley Charter often compared to?
Sacramento Valley Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle College High School, Bridgeway Island Elementary School, Aspire Capitol Heights Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sacramento Valley Charter?
415 students attend Sacramento Valley Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sacramento Valley Charter students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sacramento Valley Charter?
Sacramento Valley Charter has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sacramento Valley Charter offer ?
Sacramento Valley Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sacramento Valley Charter part of?
Sacramento Valley Charter is part of Sacramento Valley Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Sacramento Valley Charter is the second best in Washington Unified School District on the basis of test score in English, Math and Science 2016-17
5 10/10/2025
Excellent in academics but also outstanding in social and emotional development.
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