Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sierra 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 12%
- Reading Proficiency: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sierra Charter's student population of 334 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sierra Charter is 0.42, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)12%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sierra Charter often compared to?
Sierra Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Violet Heintz Education Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sierra Charter?
The graduation rate of Sierra Charter is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sierra Charter?
334 students attend Sierra Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Sierra Charter students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Charter?
Sierra Charter has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Charter offer ?
Sierra Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Sierra Charter part of?
Sierra Charter is part of Sierra Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Charter located?
Sierra Charter is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
School Reviews
5 10/20/2022
Best school I've ever been to. The teachers are great, I understand better, and I have fun being there. Also, I have a crush there and I like being with him every day. My 22-year-old sister used to be a student at this school and she graduated here. Love this school.
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