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Serving 1,493 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Westlake 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 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 84% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westlake Charter's student population of 1,493 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westlake Charter ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake Charter is 0.78, 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
#2168 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake Charter's ranking?
Westlake Charter is ranked #2168 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westlake Charter often compared to?
Westlake Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Natomas Charter, Witter Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Westlake Charter?
1,493 students attend Westlake Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Westlake Charter students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westlake Charter?
Westlake Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westlake Charter offer ?
Westlake Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Westlake Charter part of?
Westlake Charter is part of Natomas Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Westlake Charter located?
Westlake 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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