Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hart-ransom Academic Charter ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hart-ransom Academic Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hart-ransom Academic Charter's student population of 436 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hart-ransom Academic Charter ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hart-ransom Academic Charter is 0.68, 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
#2589 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
34%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hart-ransom Academic Charter's ranking?
Hart-ransom Academic Charter is ranked #2589 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hart-ransom Academic Charter?
The graduation rate of Hart-ransom Academic Charter is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hart-ransom Academic Charter?
436 students attend Hart-ransom Academic Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hart-ransom Academic Charter students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hart-ransom Academic Charter?
Hart-ransom Academic Charter has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Hart-ransom Academic Charter offer ?
Hart-ransom Academic Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Hart-ransom Academic Charter part of?
Hart-ransom Academic Charter is part of Hart-Ransom Union Elementary School District.
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