Serving 755 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George Washington 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 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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-5
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George Washington Charter's student population of 755 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Washington 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 George Washington Charter is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1038 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
32%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
50%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Charter's ranking?
George Washington Charter is ranked #1038 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are George Washington Charter often compared to?
George Washington Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, James Monroe Elementary School, James Earl Carter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend George Washington Charter?
755 students attend George Washington Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of George Washington Charter students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington Charter?
George Washington Charter has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does George Washington Charter offer ?
George Washington Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is George Washington Charter part of?
George Washington Charter is part of Desert Sands Unified School District.
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