Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Creative Arts Charter ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creative Arts Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Creative Arts Charter's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creative Arts Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creative Arts Charter is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1829 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
20%
55%
Black
13%
5%
White
48%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creative Arts Charter's ranking?
Creative Arts Charter is ranked #1829 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Creative Arts Charter often compared to?
Creative Arts Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Middle School, Mission Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Creative Arts Charter?
441 students attend Creative Arts Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Creative Arts Charter students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creative Arts Charter?
Creative Arts Charter has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Creative Arts Charter offer ?
Creative Arts Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Creative Arts Charter part of?
Creative Arts Charter is part of Creative Arts Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Creative Arts Charter located?
Creative Arts Charter is located in the Western Addition neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Western Addition.
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