Serving 2,457 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Yosemite Valley Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yosemite Valley Charter's student population of 2,457 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 67% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Yosemite Valley Charter is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
52%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Yosemite Valley Charter often compared to?
Yosemite Valley Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Centerville Elementary School, Washington Elementary School, Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yosemite Valley Charter?
The graduation rate of Yosemite Valley Charter is 85-89%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Yosemite Valley Charter?
2,457 students attend Yosemite Valley Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Yosemite Valley Charter students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yosemite Valley Charter?
Yosemite Valley Charter has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yosemite Valley Charter offer ?
Yosemite Valley Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Yosemite Valley Charter part of?
Yosemite Valley Charter is part of Yosemite Valley Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Yosemite Valley Charter located?
Yosemite Valley Charter is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
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