Serving 270 students in grades 9-12, Shasta Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (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 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shasta Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Shasta Charter Academy's student population of 270 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shasta Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shasta Charter Academy is 0.47, 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
#1820 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
71%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Shasta Charter Academy's ranking?
Shasta Charter Academy is ranked #1820 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shasta Charter Academy often compared to?
Shasta Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like California Heritage Youthbuild Academy Ii, Phoenix Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Shasta Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Shasta Charter Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Shasta Charter Academy?
270 students attend Shasta Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Shasta Charter Academy students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shasta Charter Academy?
Shasta Charter Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shasta Charter Academy offer ?
Shasta Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Shasta Charter Academy part of?
Shasta Charter Academy is part of Shasta Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Shasta Charter Academy located?
Shasta Charter Academy is located in the Kutras neighborhood of Redding, CA.
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