Serving 86 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wheatland Charter Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheatland Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Wheatland Charter Academy's student population of 86 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheatland Charter Academy 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 Wheatland Charter Academy is 0.71, 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
#2487 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
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 Wheatland Charter Academy's ranking?
Wheatland Charter Academy is ranked #2487 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wheatland Charter Academy often compared to?
Wheatland Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Twelve Bridges Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wheatland Charter Academy?
86 students attend Wheatland Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Wheatland Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheatland Charter Academy?
Wheatland Charter Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wheatland Charter Academy offer ?
Wheatland Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wheatland Charter Academy part of?
Wheatland Charter Academy is part of Wheatland School District.
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