Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Manzanita Public Charter ranks in the top 50% 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manzanita Public Charter's student population of 458 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manzanita Public Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manzanita Public Charter is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3757 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manzanita Public Charter's ranking?
Manzanita Public Charter is ranked #3757 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Manzanita Public Charter often compared to?
Manzanita Public Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Crestview Elementary School, Buena Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manzanita Public Charter?
458 students attend Manzanita Public Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Manzanita Public Charter students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manzanita Public Charter?
Manzanita Public Charter has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manzanita Public Charter offer ?
Manzanita Public Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Manzanita Public Charter part of?
Manzanita Public Charter is part of Manzanita Public Charter School District.
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