Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Slvusd Charter 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 45-49% (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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: SLVUSD Charter's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ben Lomond, CA, encompassing approximately 91.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 13.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slvusd Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Slvusd Charter's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.
School Rankings
Slvusd 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 Slvusd Charter is 0.40, 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
#1834 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slvusd Charter's ranking?
Slvusd Charter is ranked #1834 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Slvusd Charter often compared to?
Slvusd Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Tierra Pacifica Charter, University Academy Sabl Inc by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Slvusd Charter?
The graduation rate of Slvusd Charter is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Slvusd Charter?
301 students attend Slvusd Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Slvusd Charter students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slvusd Charter?
Slvusd Charter has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Slvusd Charter offer ?
Slvusd Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Slvusd Charter part of?
Slvusd Charter is part of San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District.
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