Serving 440 students in grades 6-12, Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts's student population of 440 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
32%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts often compared to?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill Middle School, Valley View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts?
The graduation rate of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts?
440 students attend Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts offer ?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts part of?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts is part of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts located?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts is located in the Ygnacio Valley neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Ygnacio Valley.
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