Serving 3,433 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Granite Mountain 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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-12
- Enrollment: 3,433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Granite Mountain Charter's student population of 3,433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
3,433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Granite Mountain Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Granite Mountain Charter is 0.65, 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
#4998 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
45%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granite Mountain Charter's ranking?
Granite Mountain Charter is ranked #4998 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Granite Mountain Charter often compared to?
Granite Mountain Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Sage Oak Charter, Virtual Preparatory Academy At Lucerne, Mariana Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Granite Mountain Charter?
The graduation rate of Granite Mountain Charter is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Granite Mountain Charter?
3,433 students attend Granite Mountain Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Granite Mountain Charter students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Granite Mountain Charter?
Granite Mountain Charter has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Granite Mountain Charter offer ?
Granite Mountain Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Granite Mountain Charter part of?
Granite Mountain Charter is part of Granite Mountain Charter School District.
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