Serving 704 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lifeline Education 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 20% (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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lifeline Education Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lifeline Education Charter's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lifeline Education 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 Lifeline Education Charter is 0.27, which is less 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
#5442 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
84%
55%
Black
16%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lifeline Education Charter's ranking?
Lifeline Education Charter is ranked #5442 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% 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 Lifeline Education Charter?
The graduation rate of Lifeline Education Charter is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lifeline Education Charter?
704 students attend Lifeline Education Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lifeline Education Charter students are Hispanic, and 16% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lifeline Education Charter?
Lifeline Education Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Lifeline Education Charter offer ?
Lifeline Education Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Lifeline Education Charter part of?
Lifeline Education Charter is part of Lifeline Education Charter School District.
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