Serving 44 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Alpha 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 was <50% (which was higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 was lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment was 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
34%
55%
Black
32%
5%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpha Charter's ranking?
Alpha Charter is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alpha Charter?
The graduation rate of Alpha Charter is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alpha Charter?
44 students attend Alpha Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Alpha Charter students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alpha Charter?
Alpha Charter has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Alpha Charter offer ?
Alpha Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Alpha Charter part of?
Alpha Charter is part of Elverta Joint Elementary School District.
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